1-First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line large baking sheets with parchment paper to keep things clean. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes, to create a smooth base. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is fluffy and well combined.

2-Next, on low speed, mix in the pudding mix, flour, baking soda, and salt until everything comes together, scraping down the bowl as needed. Stir in the chocolate chips by hand until they are evenly distributed for that perfect bite. Using a 2-tablespoon scoop, place the cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on your prepared baking sheet, and shape them slightly flattened for more uniform cookies as a helpful tip.

3-Now, bake one sheet at a time for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the tops are slightly shiny. After baking, cool the cookies on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This recipe has a total preparation time of about 20 minutes, with 10 minutes prep and 10-12 minutes cook, making it ideal for a quick dessert.