Preheat oven to 350°.
Beat butter and sugars at medium speed with paddle attachment of stand mixer until creamy.
Add eggs and 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla, beating until blended.
Add flour, baking soda, and salt and beat until blended.
Fold in chocolate by hand just until combined.
Using a 2 tablespoon capacity cookie scoop, place cookie dough balls on parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
Bake for 10 to 14 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.