Mrs. Schaller's Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 2 cups (12-ounce package) semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour and baking soda; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in milk.
5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Stir in chocolate chips.
7. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Mrs. Schaller's Sugar Cookies have been a family favorite for two generations.
• These cookies are an excellent choice for holiday baking, as they can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container up to one week.
• The addition of chocolate chips gives these cookies a delicious flavor and texture.