Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.

Fold in the chocolate chips.

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.

Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.