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Perfect Chewy Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These perfect chewy small-batch chocolate chip cookies deliver a crisp edge and soft, gooey center using simple ingredients. The recipe uses an egg yolk instead of a whole egg to reduce moisture and enhance chewiness, making them quick to prepare and impossible to resist.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup (45g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Cream together vigorously with a fork or spatula for 1-2 minutes until creamy and combined.
  3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  6. Drop teaspoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between them.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
  8. Let the cookies sit on the hot baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack to cool or serve warm.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, not melted, to maintain chewy texture. Do not overbake; cookies will continue to cook on the hot pan. For thicker cookies, chill dough balls for 30 minutes before baking. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness.

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