How to make Chocolate Chip Cookies

Making chocolate chip cookies is a delightful and straightforward process. Here’s a classic recipe:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Prepare dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugars: In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until it’s creamy and well combined.
4. Add eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be cautious not to overmix.
6. Add chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Form cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie as they will spread while baking.
8. Bake: Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The center might seem slightly underdone but will firm up as the cookies cool.
9. Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies with a tall glass of milk or as a delightful treat on their own.

Feel free to adjust the quantity of chocolate chips or experiment with different types of chocolate for a unique twist on this classic cookie recipe!