1-Preheat oven and prep sheets: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F and lining two cookie sheets with parchment paper this simple prep sets you up for success. Oh, and if you’re adapting for dietary needs, have your substitutions ready to go!

2-Cream butter and sugar: First, cream the butter, ½ cup powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until it’s fluffy and light this step is where the fun begins!

3-Add flour and salt: Then, add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough comes together; it might seem crumbly at first, but give it time, and it’ll form nicely.

4-Stir in chocolate chips: Stir in the mini chocolate chips next; if the dough feels too soft, pop it in the fridge to chill until it’s easy to handle.

5-Form and bake cookies: Scoop out 1 tablespoon-sized balls and place them on your prepared sheets space them close since they don’t spread much. Bake for 7-10 minutes until the bottoms are just slightly browned and the cookies lose their glossy look.

6-Roll in powdered sugar: Once they’re cool enough to touch, roll each one in additional powdered sugar for that classic finish.