simple chocolate chip cookie recipe

Here is a simple and classic chocolate chip cookie recipe: Ingredients:

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet or one lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
9. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

This recipe makes about 24 cookies and yields soft, chewy, classic chocolate chip cookies perfect for any occasion. The key is not to overmix the dough and to bake until edges are golden but centers remain slightly soft. Enjoy!