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Perfect Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies (Just 6)

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A perfectly scaled-down recipe for six warm, melty chocolate chip cookies with crispy edges and a soft, chewy center. Ready in under 20 minutes with no mixer or chilling required.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (40g)
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 40g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until light, fluffy, and well-combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Stir until fully incorporated and the batter is a thick, glossy paste.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Using a small cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) or two spoons, portion the dough into 6 equal balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optionally, press a few extra chocolate chips onto the tops.
  7. Bake on the middle rack for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set and lightly golden but the centers still look soft and slightly underdone.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the hot baking sheet for 5 minutes to finish setting.
  9. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely, or enjoy warm.

Notes

Butter must be softened, not melted. Use a kitchen scale for most accurate flour measurement. Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes for best texture. For a crisper cookie, bake 10-11 minutes. Dough can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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