Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Mix until smooth.

In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.

Fold in Hershey’s chocolate chips.

Chill dough for 30 minutes (optional but recommended).

Scoop dough onto prepared trays, spacing evenly.

Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers look soft.

Cool on tray for 5–10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Enjoy warm!