Description
Delightful cookies perfect for sharing with family and friends, bringing warmth and comfort to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chocolate chips (or your favorite mix-ins)
- Optional: 1 cup nuts (walnuts, pecans, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.