Perfect Chewy Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies
A forgiving, quick recipe for chewy chocolate chip cookies that skips the tedious creaming step. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this small-batch method yields soft, gooey centers and crisp edges in under 15 minutes of prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-27 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons (25g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (40g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup (60g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mash and mix with a fork until somewhat combined.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture is glossy and well-combined.
- Sprinkle flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Gently fold in with a fork or spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers still look soft.
- Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack or serve warm.
Notes
Use softened butter, not melted, to maintain texture. Do not overbake; centers should look slightly underdone for chewiness. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use high-quality dairy-free butter. Store leftovers with a piece of bread to maintain softness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11
- Sodium: 110
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, small batch cookies, chewy cookies, easy baking, no mixer cookies, quick dessert