Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you need a quick and reliable recipe to delight your family or guests, these classic chocolate chip cookies are just the thing!

The combination of creamy butter, chocolate chips, and a soft texture creates the perfect treat for any moment. As a bonus, you can add nuts to make the cookies even more flavorful.

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• ¾ cup sugar

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp ARM & HAMMER™ baking soda

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 eggs

• 1 cup chocolate chips

• 1 cup softened butter or margarine

• 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., peanuts, walnuts, or pecans – optional)

Preparation:

• Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).

• In a small bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.

• In a large bowl, beat together the butter, both sugars, and vanilla. Add eggs.

• Stir in the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.

• Add chocolate chips and nuts if desired.

• Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.

• Bake for 8 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.

• Let cool on the tray for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Cool for 30 minutes and store in an airtight container.

These cookies are perfect for school lunches, entertaining guests, or just treating yourself. Easy to make but rich in flavor – definitely worth a try!