Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F with a rack in the center.
- Line two 18x13-inch baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, packed light brown sugar, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine salt.
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix on low just until no dry flour remains.
- Stir in the milk chocolate chips.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each into a tall mound.
- Arrange 6 portions on each prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 3 inches between them.
- Bake one sheet at a time for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and set while the centers still look slightly soft.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For tall cookies, shape each portion into a mound and leave at least 3 inches between portions. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days; freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. For a dairy-free swap, use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
