Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in the timeless delight of homemade chocolate chip cookies with this easy yet delicious recipe. Perfectly crispy on the edges and soft in the center, these cookies will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons hot water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions:

1. Begin by gathering all your ingredients, ensuring that your butter is softened and your eggs are at room temperature.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in hot water, then add it to the batter along with the salt. Mix to combine.
6. Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, followed by the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts (if using).
7. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your freshly baked, warm chocolate chip cookies with a glass of milk or as a delightful treat on their own!