Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), positioning the rack in the center.

In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Using a mixer, beat room-temperature butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy and pale yellow.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just blended, then stir in vanilla extract.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed sugars, stirring until combined.

Gently fold in chocolate chips with a spatula.

Scoop dough into heaping 1.5-tablespoon mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes, or until edges turn golden and centers stay slightly underdone.

Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.