Chocolate Cookies

Here’s a classic Chocolate Cookie recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!

Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
Add the Chocolate Chips:
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips (or chunks) until evenly distributed.
Shape the Cookies:
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
- Remember, the cookies will continue to cook a little on the baking sheet once you remove them from the oven.
Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For a fun twist, try adding a mix of different chocolate chips (milk, dark, and white chocolate) or sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking for extra flavor.
These cookies will stay soft and chewy for days, making them perfect for storage in an airtight container.

Enjoy your homemade chocolate cookies! 🍪