Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies - Live Well Bake Often

Updated at: Tue, 15 Aug 2023 21:09:54 GMT

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together for 1 to 2 minutes or until well combined.

Step 3

Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until fully combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 4

Add the flour, baking soda, and salt and mix until just combined. Then, mix in the semi-sweet chocolate chips on low-speed until fully incorporated into the cookie dough.

Step 5

Cover tightly and transfer to the freezer to chill for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Using a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure to leave a little room between each one.

Step 7

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the tops are set.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Notes

Step 10

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Step 11

To freeze the cookie dough Scoop the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place it in the freezer for 1 to 2 hours. Once the cookie dough balls are frozen, store them in a freezer bag or container in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can thaw the cookie dough overnight in the refrigerator and bake as directed or bake frozen balls of cookie dough for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 12

To freeze the baked cookies Once the cookies have cooled completely, place them in a freezer bag and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw the cookies to room temperature before serving.

Step 13

Variations

Step 14

You may omit the semi-sweet chocolate chips and use the following mix-ins for each type of cookie.

Step 15

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut ⅓ cup (65 g) white chocolate chips and ¼ cup (35 g) chopped macadamia nuts

Step 16

Funfetti ½ cup (90 g) white chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon (13 g) sprinkles

Step 17

M&M Chocolate Chip ¼ cup (45 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips and ¼ cup (50 g) mini M&M’s

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