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Cozy Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Perfect for One Dozen

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A cozy small batch chocolate chip cookie recipe that yields one dozen cookies with perfectly crisp edges and chewy centers, ideal for intimate occasions or solo indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup (65g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (130g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (135g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat 6 tablespoons softened unsalted butter with 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/3 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer or 5 minutes by hand.
  3. Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 room-temperature large egg until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes (optional but recommended).
  8. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, place 12 evenly sized dollops of dough about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft.
  10. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened butter (not melted or cold) for best texture. Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and results in thicker, chewier cookies. Avoid overmixing the flour to keep cookies tender. Watch baking time carefully; cookies continue baking on the sheet after removal from oven. Variations include gluten-free flour, dairy-free butter substitutes, nuts, oats, or seasonal spices.

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