Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C)

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Cream together 1 cup softened butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 3/4 cup brown sugar

Beat in 2 eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

In a separate bowl, mix 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients

Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet

Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until golden brown

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes

Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely