Grandma's Chocolate Chip Cookies 12 Easy 25 Minutes (10 min prep, 15 min baking) 1 cup shortening 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 1/4 cups flour 1 tsp baking soda 6 oz chocolate chips Preheat the oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. Add all ingredients to a large bowl and mix until just combined. Form cookie dough into 1 inch diameter balls. Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet, spaced evenly. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Allow to cool for several minutes after removing from the oven.