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Kid-Approved Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies: Easy Best Recipe

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This small-batch chocolate chip cookie recipe makes exactly six cookies with crispy edges and chewy centers. Using melted butter and a touch of cornstarch, these cookies stay soft for days and are perfect for small families or when you need a quick, reliable treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals until fully melted. Let it cool for 2-3 minutes.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and well combined, about 30 seconds. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, then whisk again until thick and glossy, about 1 minute.
  4. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined, with a few streaks of flour remaining.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using) until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop out six equal portions of dough using a cookie scoop or tablespoon. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Optionally, roll each portion into a ball.
  8. If using flaky sea salt, sprinkle a tiny pinch on top of each dough ball.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown around the edges but still pale and slightly puffy in the center. For softer cookies, bake 10 minutes; for crispier, bake 12 minutes.
  10. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

Notes

Melted butter is key for chewy cookies. Let it cool slightly before adding the egg yolk to avoid scrambling. Cornstarch tenderizes the gluten for softer cookies. Measure flour by spooning and leveling. For best results, let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring. Cookies taste even better the next day.

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