Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until combined.

In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients.

Fold in chocolate chips.

Roll 2-3 tablespoons of dough into balls and place evenly on prepared baking sheets.

Bake for approximately 8-10 minutes or until barely starting to turn brown.

Let them sit on the baking pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.