Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°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 large eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients
Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips
Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet
Leave space between each cookie
Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are golden brown
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely