Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• Beat in the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time.
  2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Stir in the chocolate chips.
  2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
• Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
• Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.