Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F and prepare your baking trays with parchment paper or nonstick spray.

To soften the butter, partially melt it in the microwave or place it in a metal bowl inside the preheating oven for a few minutes.

Once the butter has cooled, cream it together with both sugars using a mixer until it becomes light and fluffy.

Incorporate the eggs and vanilla one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.

Mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt on low speed until just incorporated. Add more flour gradually if the dough is too sticky.

Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Scoop dough onto the prepared baking trays, ensuring there's enough space between each for spreading. Optionally, press extra chocolate chips into the tops.

Bake each tray individually for 10-12 minutes for large cookies or 8-9 minutes for smaller ones, keeping an eye on them to prevent over-baking.

Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before enjoying these delightful treats.