Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir briefly to mix.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality chocolate chips and consider chilling the dough before baking for thicker cookies. Avoid overbaking as the cookies will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.