1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare your cookie sheets by lining them with parchment paper or reusable baking mats.
2. In a large mixing bowl, blend softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Add eggs and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, mixing thoroughly until fully combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and optionally baking powder.
5. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
6. Fold in the Oreo crumbs and chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing.
7. Scoop the cookie dough into balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon and place them evenly on the prepared cookie sheets.
8. Chill the dough for 40 minutes or longer for a better texture, if your recipe suggests.
9. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, monitoring their doneness to achieve a chewy center with crisp edges.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Optionally, garnish the cookies with additional Oreo pieces and chocolate chips before serving for extra indulgence.