Preheat oven to 375°F
Line cookie sheets with parchment paper
Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together in a small bowl
Melt the butter, pour it into the large mixing bowl, and allow it to cool for 5 minutes
Add the sugars and vanilla extract to the butter and beat until creamy
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition
Gradually add the flour mixture and beat gently
Stir in the chocolate chips
Drop the dough 1 tablespoonful at a time onto the prepared cookie sheets
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown
Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely
