Preparation and Preheat: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure your baking sheets are lined with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from adhering.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring thorough beating after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Blend Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, whisking until well blended.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges exhibit a golden brown hue.
Cooling and Presentation: After baking, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a brief period before transferring them to wire racks to completely cool. Indulge in the deliciousness!