Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and tools.

Combine softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time to the mixture, mixing well after each addition to bind the ingredients.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution throughout the dough.

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown, and the centers are slightly soft.

Allow cookies to set on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire cooling rack.