Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

These small batch chocolate chip cookies are perfect for when you're having a craving but don't want to make up a big batch of cookies. You'll get a chewy, gooey center with slightly crispy edges and loads of chocolate flavor in every bite.

Table of Contents

• Reasons to Love
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Variations
• Tips
• Serving suggestions
• Storage
• FAQs
• Related Recipes

Whenever I'm having a craving for cookies, I love whipping up this recipe for a small batch of cookies. So many recipes out there are for dozens of cookies, but I only want a few and don't want any left around.

If you feel the same way, you will love these easy-to-make cookies. With just eight ingredients that you probably already have at home, these small-batch cookies will be your new go-to recipe when you want this classic treat, just in a smaller amount.

If you're looking for more small-batch cookie recipes, try these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and these eggless peanut butter cookies. Chocolate chip cookies are a classic, but these are also just as amazing too. If you want single-serving dessert recipes, give this cookie dough for one and this chocolate chip mug cake a try. Both desserts are guilt-free.

Ingredients

You only need a handful of pantry staple ingredients to make this small batch chocolate chip cookie recipe. In fact, you probably already have everything you need.

• All purpose flour- The base of our cookies giving them structure and texture.
• Baking soda- This leavening agent reacts with the brown sugar to give it that chewy texture and helps the cookie rise.
• Brown sugar- The molasses in brown sugar adds moisture along with helping to create a chewy texture you can't get with granulated sugar.
• Vanilla- Brings out the flavors of the cookies.
• Butter- Softened butter is somewhere between cold butter and melted butter. You should be able to make a finger indention into the butter.
• Chocolate chips- You can use dark chocolate, semi-sweet or milk chocolate. It is truly your preference.
• Egg- These holds everything together nicely.
• Salt- The helps balance the sweetness from the sugar and chocolate.

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Instructions

Once you have all the ingredients, you can whip these perfect cookies up in no time. There is no chilling the dough so in under 20 minutes these cookies are ready to enjoy!

Hint: To keep your chocolate chip cookie dough fresh, store it in an airtight container in the fridge. This helps maintain its flavor and texture for longer periods. By refrigerating the dough, you can prepare it ahead of time for convenient baking.

Variations

You can take this simple cookie recipe and make it your own. Here are a few ideas to try if you'd like to change things up:

• Add sprinkles. This colorful mix-in can give these cookies such a pop.
• Add nuts. Wanting more crunch? Add in a handful of finely chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans to make these cookies crunchier.
• Chocolate. Instead of using chips, use chunks of chocolate. This often results in puddles of chocolate in the cookies. Or, try using white chocolate chips.
• Whole wheat flour. This can be used instead of all-purpose flour, and it offers more fiber to the cookies.
• White sugar. Using white sugar results in a crisper cookie. If you'd like you can experiment by mixing the white and brown sugar or use white sugar in place of brown in the recipe.

You may also want to double the recipe for a larger batch. For a gluten-free option, check out my single-serve cookie recipe.

Tips

• Use softened butter. This means butter that you can indent with your finger. It is not too firm or too soft. This type of butter is not room temperature but has set out for about 30 minutes to an hour. If you need to soften butter quickly, you can use a microwave on 30 % power at 10 second intervals until softened.
• Use a cookie scoop. This helps to form the cookie dough into the perfect shape for the cookies. It also helps with the cookies baking evenly.
• Do not over bake. You want to ensure the cookies are soft, yet chewy in the center. They should be slightly undercooked when you take them out of the oven. Then they will finish cooking on the baking sheet before transferring them to the cooling rack.
• Spray baking sheet before use. Don't forget to grease your baking sheet. This makes sure the cookies will come off easily without leaving any part of the cookie behind.

Following these simple tips will help you create perfect small batch chocolate chip cookies every time!

Serving suggestions

These cookies are wonderful with a glass of ice-cold milk. They also pair nicely with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or with this Iced Americano coffee. You can even serve them with a chocolate chip dip.

Storage

Place cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Make sure the container is sealed properly so the cookies don't become stale and they maintain their freshness.

If you want to store them longer, you can freeze them. Place the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer the cookies to a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag, separating layers with parchment paper. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just let them thaw at room temperature before serving.

FAQs

What makes cookies chewy?

Dark brown sugar lends to a more chewier cookie than white sugar. Do not overbake your cookies, this can lend to a crispier cookie and less chewy.

Can this small batch recipe be doubled or tripled?

Absolutely! Be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly and use multiple baking sheets, if needed.

Can I make these small-batch chocolate chip cookies ahead of time?

Yes, they can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container until ready to enjoy.

Does the cookie dough need to be chilled?

Not in this recipe. There is no need to store or chill dough before baking the cookies.

Related Recipes

Want to try more dessert recipes for just one or two people? Here are a few more you

• Small batch no bake cookies are quick to prepare.
• Chocolate creme brulee is a rich and creamy baked custard.
• Individual peach cobbler makes the perfect amount for one.
• Single serving apple pie is made easily with premade crust dough.
• Microwave peanut butter cake is prepared in a coffee mug.

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