# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins
09 - 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until creamy and pale, about 2 minutes.
04 - Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
06 - Gently fold in chocolate chips using a spatula, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake in preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
