Prepare the Brown Butter: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix Wet Ingredients: Combine browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until creamy.

Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt; fold into wet mixture.

Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Gently mix chocolate chips into the dough.

Chill the Dough (Optional): Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Bake the Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F, scoop dough onto a baking sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Cool the Cookies: Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.