Soften butter in microwave for 20 seconds
Mix together butter, sugar, syrup, eggs, vanilla, salt, hot water, baking powder in a mixing bowl until it is creamy
Add flour and mix to combine
Add chocolate chips and mix to combine
Put in freezer for 30 minutes
Preheat oven 350°F
Remove dough from freezer
Separate into 12 balls and space evenly on cookie tray
Bake for 10-12 minutes, cookies will be VERY soft when you take them out
For best results, let chill for at least 20 minutes (optional)
Enjoy