Decadent Chocolate Chunk Cookies

1Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda (½ teaspoon), and baking powder (½ teaspoon).

3In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar (½ cup), and brown sugar (½ cup) until light and fluffy.

4Add the egg (1) and vanilla extract (1 teaspoon) to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.

5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

6Gently fold in the chocolate chunks or chips (1 cup) until evenly distributed in the dough.

7Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet.

8Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

9Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

10Enjoy these decadent chocolate chunk cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage!