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Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies arranged on a cooling rack.

How to grow 12 perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe yields 12 perfect chocolate chip cookies, ideal for a small batch craving. It focuses on achieving a balance of crispy edges and a chewy center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • small bowl
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • electric mixer (optional)
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
Baking
  1. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft.
  3. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them. For a richer flavor, use brown butter. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chips or add nuts for variety.