1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Step 2

   In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened salted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup light brown sugar until smooth.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Beat in 1 egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Stir in 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt until just incorporated.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Fold 1 cup chocolate chips into the dough until evenly distributed.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Bake the cookies for 10 minutes until the edges are golden brown.

   Timer 10 min
8. 8

   Step 8

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

   Timer 5 min

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