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- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon table salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 3/4 cups white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips (any kind you like, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup toffee bits (optional)
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