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Preheat oven to 175°C and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
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Using an electric mixer, blend the softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cookie butter in a large mixing bowl for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips if using.
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Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto prepared trays, spacing them 5 centimeters apart.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers remain slightly soft.
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Let cookies cool on the trays for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Enjoy warm or at room temperature with your beverage of choice.