Batch of Bliss: Your New Go-To Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes). Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. 4

   In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. 6

   Fold in the chocolate chips with a rubber spatula until evenly distributed.
7. 7

   Optional: Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for better flavor and less spreading.
8. 8

   Drop rounded spoonfuls (about 1.5-2 tablespoons) of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
9. 9

   Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
10. 10

    Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.