Let’s get baking! Follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and egg. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until evenly incorporated. The mixture will be slightly thick, which is perfect.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
5. Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
7. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Just like my grandmother taught me, trust your senses. The smell of these cookies baking is a good indicator that you’re on the right track!