Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 3: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring each is well incorporated into the Best chocolate chip cookie recipe base.
Step 4: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6: Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
Step 7: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8: Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers still look slightly soft.
Step 9: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.