Perfect Small Batch Chewy Cookies
A quick and easy recipe for soft, chewy cookies with slightly crisp edges, perfect for cozy moments and small batch baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 10 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened but not melted
- 1/3 cup (70g) packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips, semi-sweet or milk chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and egg yolk until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly through the dough.
- Cover and chill the dough for 15-20 minutes in the fridge (optional but recommended).
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion dough onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers still look soft.
- Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use softened but not melted butter for best texture. Chill dough for 15-20 minutes to prevent spreading and intensify flavor. Avoid overmixing after adding flour. Pull cookies out when centers look slightly underdone for chewy texture. Adding flaky sea salt on top before baking enhances flavor. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free baking blend. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 2
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