Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes

4. 4

   Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract

5. 5

   Gradually mix in flour mixture until just combined - don't overmix

6. 6

   Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed

7. 7

   Drop rounded tablespoons of dough 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets

8. 8

   Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly underdone

9. 9

   Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to wire rack