Preheat Your Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures your cookies bake evenly for that golden-brown perfection.
Cream Butter and Sugars
Using a stand mixer or electric hand mixer, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is important for creating the cookie’s perfect texture.
Add Wet Ingredients
Scrape down the sides of your mixing bowl, then add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt. The dough should be soft but not sticky, holding together beautifully for scooping.
Fold in Chocolate Chips
Stir in your favorite chocolate chips, whether they're classic semi-sweet, rich dark chocolate, or even creamy milk chocolate. This is where you make these cookies your own!
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out 1 1/2-tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto your baking sheet. Line the sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely—or enjoy warm for a gooey chocolate experience!