Indulge in the Sweet Embrace of Winter with "The Winter Chocolate Bakebook"

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

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

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla and eggs.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips.
6. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.