Nothing beats the warm, gooey delight of a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie. These cookies are soft in the middle, slightly crispy on the edges! 
Ingredients:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Add the Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Scoop and Bake:
- Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft.
Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Classic Comfort: The perfect balance of soft and crispy textures.
- Quick & Easy: From start to finish in under 30 minutes!
- Crowd-Pleaser: Always a hit with kids and adults alike.
