Follow these simple steps to make your Thick Chocolate Chip Cookies:

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and combine well.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Scoop Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop generous amounts of dough onto a ungreased baking sheet, leaving space in between.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center looks slightly undercooked.
9. Cool on Baking Sheet: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

With these easy-to-follow steps, you’re on the path to creating deliciously thick cookies that everyone will adore!