Ame's Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients: 

• 100 grams granulated sugar (½ cup)
• 120 grams firmly packed light brown sugar (½ cup)
• 115 grams unsalted butter (8 tablespoons or 1 stick), softened or cold, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (depends on preferred texture)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 175 grams all-purpose flour (1 1/4 cups)
• 1 1/4 cups (200 grams) all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 200 grams semisweet chocolate chips (1 ½ cups)
• 130 grams walnuts or pecans, toasted and chopped (optional) 

Instructions: 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet.
2. Cream together butter and sugars, then add egg and vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures, then stir in chocolate chips.
5. Form 12 dough balls and bake until the edges are golden brown.
6. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet briefly before moving to a wire rack. 

Tips for success:

• Consider using a mix of light and dark brown sugar for added flavor.
• Weighing ingredients, especially flour, is recommended for accuracy.
• Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies.
• Chilling the dough can improve cookie shape and texture.
• Ensure cookies are fully cooled before storing in an airtight container.