Description

These Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect easy recipe when you want a quick dessert without making a huge batch. Soft in the center, lightly golden around the edges, and packed with melty chocolate chips, they are one of those simple food ideas that work for weeknight cravings, casual baking, dessert ideas, and sweet snack moments. If you are looking for a homemade treat that feels cozy, fast, and satisfying, this small batch cookie recipe delivers fresh-baked flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 egg yolk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/8 teaspoon baking soda

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup chocolate chips

1 tablespoon extra chocolate chips for topping

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a small baking sheet or pan with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and slightly fluffy.

3. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until fully combined.

4. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, then stir just until a soft dough forms.

5. Fold in the chocolate chips, saving a few to press on top before baking.

6. Scoop the dough into 4 equal portions and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each one.

7. Gently press the extra chocolate chips onto the tops of the dough balls.

8. Bake for 9 to 12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.

9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack and serve.

Notes

Do not overbake the cookies because they continue to set as they cool.

Chill the dough for 10 to 15 minutes if you want thicker cookies with less spread.

Pressing extra chocolate chips on top before baking gives the cookies a prettier homemade bakery look.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 32mg