Hillary Clinton's Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups (12-oz. pkg.) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl.
3. Beat the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in a large mixer bowl until creamy.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until incorporated.
5. Gradually beat in the flour mixture.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Hillary Clinton's chocolate chip cookies have been her signature treat for decades.
• The cookies are made with semi-sweet chocolate chips, giving them a rich, delicious flavor.
• The cookies are a favorite of former presidents, including Bill Clinton and Barack Obama.