Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house, especially when they’re a batch of delicious chewy chocolate chip cookies. These classics are beloved by all, with their golden edges and soft, melty centers. So, gather your ingredients and let’s get baking!

Ingredients:
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup packed light brown sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
7. Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
10. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These chewy chocolate chip cookies are the epitome of comfort and indulgence. Enjoy them warm with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate treat, or pack them in a lunchbox for a delightful surprise. With their irresistible combination of buttery dough and pockets of molten chocolate, these cookies are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire. So go ahead, whip up a batch and share the joy of homemade goodness with your loved ones. Happy baking!