- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. 
- Add the mashed bananas, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. 
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. 
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. 
- Fold in the chocolate chips. 
- Using a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. 
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. 
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.