7 Step Tutorial To Making Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients Making homemade chocolate chip cookies is a fun and easy process that anyone can do! Before you get started, you’ll need to make sure you have all of the necessary ingredients. You’ll need 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 large eggs, 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup chopped nuts (optional). Once you’ve gathered all of your ingredients, you’re ready to start baking! Step 2: Prepare Your Baking Sheets Before you get started, you’ll need to prepare your baking sheets. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease baking sheets or line them with parchment paper. Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside. Step 4: Cream the Butter and Sugars In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Step 5: Add the Dry Ingredients Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until all of the ingredients are well combined. Step 6: Add the Chocolate Chips and Nuts Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using). Step 7: Bake! Drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown. Cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies!