Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy and smooth.
Add the eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Mix wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop dough onto baking sheets: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers may still look slightly underdone, but they will continue to set as they cool.
Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Store leftovers: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to several days. You can also freeze the cookies for longer storage.
These classic chocolate chip cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any time of day. Enjoy them with a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or simply on their own!
