Great American Cookie Double Fudge Cookies

Soft and chewy cookie texture.

Rich chocolate flavor from the cocoa and the chocolate chips.

High in calories, sugar, and fat.

Moderate source of antioxidants from cocoa and chocolate chips.
However, should be consumed in moderation due to high sugar, calorie and fat content.

	1 cup unsalted butter , softened
	1 cup light brown sugar , firmly packed
	1 cup granulated sugar
	2 eggs
	2 teaspoons vanilla
	2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
	1/2 cup cocoa
	1 teaspoon baking soda
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	In a large bowl, beat the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy.
3.	Add eggs and vanilla and beat until mixed well.
4.	In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
5.	Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in portions and mix until a dough forms.
6.	Fold in the chocolate chips.
7.	Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.
8.	Use a cookie scoop to form 1.5 inch balls of cookie dough and place them 2 inches apart on the cookie sheet.
9.	Bake for 10-12 minutes.
10.	Remove from the oven and let cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before removing to cool further on a wire rack.