Place rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking silicone mat.
Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl and set aside.
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon sea salt
Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
2 sticks unsalted butter, 1 cup light brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar
Add the eggs and beat until blended.
2 eggs
Add vanilla and beat until well blended.
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed just until the mixture is incorporated then turn the mixer to high speed for a few seconds.
Gently fold in chocolate chips.
2 cups chocolate chips
Drop by spoonfuls onto the lined baking sheet and bake until slightly browned on top, 8 to 10 minutes.
Cool on pan on a wire rack for 1 minute then transfer to rack to cool completely.