Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe:

Soft, chewy, and irresistible homemade chocolate chip cookies.

Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients:

1. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2. 1 cup granulated sugar
3. 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
4. 2 large eggs
5. 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
6. 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
7. 1 teaspoon baking soda
8. 1 teaspoon salt
9. 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in chocolate chips with a spatula.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them for spreading.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
9. Let cool on a baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.