Add the oats to a food processor and pulse until they are powdered and flour-like in consistency. Set the ground oats aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Add the ground oats and salt and mix just until combined.
Add the chocolate chips and mix just until combined.
Serve immediately or refrigerate or freeze, covered securely with plastic wrap, until ready to serve.