2. Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Set this bowl aside for later use.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
4. Add Eggs:
- Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is evenly combined.
5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Mix on low speed or fold in the flour using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the cookies tough.