1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a dough forms. Stir in the chocolate chips.
5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
7. Cool on wire racks before serving.

These cookies are perfect for any occasion and can even be made ahead and frozen for later. For more chocolate-inspired desserts, you may also enjoy reading this guide on creating the Ultimate Blackberry Cheesecake for a special treat.

Sugar Cookies: Perfect for Decorating

Sugar cookies are another classic in the Great American Cookies lineup. With their crisp edges and soft centers, they make a great base for decorating during holidays, parties, or any special event. What sets these sugar cookies apart is their ability to hold their shape, making them perfect for cookie cutters.