Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, beating well after each addition.
5. Gradually beat in flour mixture.
6. Stir in chocolate chips.
7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto baking sheets.
8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes, then move to wire racks.

Notes

These cookies stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The dough can be frozen for up to 3 months.