Simple Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup granulated white sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups of all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup walnuts or pecans, coarsely chopped (optional)

1.) Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2.) In a bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
3.) Add the white and brown sugar and beat until fluffy ( about 2 minutes )
4.) Beat in egg, one at a time. Add the vanilla essence. Beat until incorporated.
5.) In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt.
6.) Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and beat well.
7.) About halfway mixing add chocolate chips and nuts.
8.) If u find the dough is very soft, refrigerate until firm about 30 minutes.
9.) Scoop the dough onto prepared baking sheets and bake for about 10-15 minutes or until its golden brown :)

Happy trying,
much love,
mylittlekitchen :)