Crispy edges with a soft, chewy center - the ultimate chocolate chip cookie.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).

4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.

5. Combine: Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.

6. Add chocolate: Fold in chocolate chips.

7. Shape: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.

8. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around edges.

9. Cool: Let cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Tips

• For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them (they’ll continue cooking on the hot pan)
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies
• Use a mix of chocolate chips and chunks for varied texture
• Don’t overmix after adding flour - it can make cookies tough
• Room temperature butter is key for proper creaming