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Best Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies: Easy Recipe

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This small-batch chocolate chip cookie recipe yields 6 to 8 perfectly golden cookies with crispy edges, chewy centers, and plenty of melted chocolate. Made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in about 20 minutes, it’s the ideal treat for a quiet night in or a stress-free dessert for guests.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (56g), melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g), spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (60g) or roughly chopped chocolate
  • Flaky sea salt (optional, for finishing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second bursts until just melted. Let cool for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted butter. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds to 1 minute until thick and paste-like.
  4. Whisk in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until smooth, pale, and slightly thickened.
  5. Switch to a rubber spatula. Sprinkle flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Fold gently until just combined (a few streaks of flour are okay).
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed. Dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
  7. For best results, cover and chill the dough for 30 minutes (optional but recommended).
  8. Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, portion dough into 6-8 equal balls. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 9-11 minutes. Edges should be golden and set, centers still soft and puffy.
  10. Remove from oven. If using, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top. Let cookies rest on the hot baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

Notes

For best texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes. Let cookies rest on the hot baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking to set the centers. Use a light-colored aluminum baking sheet for even browning.

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