Step 1

to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This helps ensure your cookies don’t stick to the sheet and bake evenly.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step ensures that your cookies will have a light, airy texture.

Step 4

and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Over-mixing can result in dense cookies, so be careful!

Step 6

Make sure these are evenly distributed for the perfect bite in every cookie.

Step 7

onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

Step 8

, or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.

Step 9

and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.