Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the commitment of a full batch. Ideal for small households, late-night cravings, or quick treats, they offer the classic, gooey goodness of traditional chocolate chip cookies in a manageable portion.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup 57g unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup 63g all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup 60g semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and egg yolk to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, portion the dough into approximately 6 equal-sized balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, ensure the butter is softened to room temperature before beginning. This helps achieve the ideal cookie texture.
Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate or milk chocolate, to suit your preference.
If you prefer chewier cookies, slightly underbake them and allow them to finish setting on the baking sheet after removal from the oven.
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
These Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat that can be whipped up quickly and enjoyed fresh without the need for a large batch.