Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.