Making gooey chocolate chip muffin tops is easier than you might think. Follow these steps to create the perfect batch:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Scoop and Shape: Use a cookie scoop or a tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave enough space between each scoop to allow for spreading.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
9. Cool: Allow the muffin tops to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.