01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread flour evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to kill bacteria. Let cool completely before using.
02 - In a medium bowl, beat together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy mixture forms.
03 - Mix in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined and uniform.
04 - Add the cooled flour and salt; mix until a soft, pliable dough forms.
05 - Gently fold chocolate chips into the dough until evenly distributed throughout.
06 - Serve immediately for soft texture or refrigerate for 30 minutes for firmer, sliceable dough.