Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Mix the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.

Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoons, drop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are slightly soft.

Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.