The Best Soft and Chewy Coconut Oil Chocolate Chip Cookies

melted coconut oil (in liquid state, measured like you measure canola, olive, etc. oil)

light brown sugar, packed

granulated sugar

large egg

vanilla extract

all-purpose flour

packet instant vanilla pudding mix (not sugar-free and not ‘cook & serve’), no substitutions

baking soda

salt, optional and to taste

one-12 ounce bag (2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips (I use Trader Joe’s)