Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (220 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (65 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon (6 g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt
  • 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • ½ cup (90 g) dark chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions:

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until fluffy and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in chocolate chunks and chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.