Preheat the oven to 350F
Combine the flax meal with the hot water whisk smooth let stand 5 minutes to thicken
In the work bowl of an electric mixer or with a hand beater, cream the vegan butter & both sugars until light & fluffy. About 3 -5 minutes
Stop the mixer midway to scrape the sides & bottom of the bowl.
Add the flax paste & the vanilla extract & whip on high speed for 5 seconds to emulsify
Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, & salt together, then add to the mixer all at once & mix on low speed just until combined. Do not over mix.
Add in the chocolate chips & mix to combine
Scoop cookie dough onto a parchment lined sheet pan spaced about 2 inches apart. (I use a 2 ounce scoop)
Do not press the dough as they will spread normally
Bake immediately in a preheated 350°F oven for approximately 12-15 minutes or until light golden browned.