Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (226g/8 oz) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g/5.3 oz) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (150g/5.3 oz) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (281g/9.9 oz) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
  • 1 cup (170g/6 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chunks), finely chopped

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped chocolate chips.
  6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C/Gas Mark 5). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  8. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Cut each ball in half. Attach the flat edges back together, forming the 2 'kisses'.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.