Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2.In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda; set aside.

3.In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugars on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

4.Add the salt, vanilla extract, and eggs to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

5.Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.

6.Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed.

7.Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8.Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.

9.Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.