Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks or 227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (281g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a mixer. Beat until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don't overmix!
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  8. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!