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These tender, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookies are the ultimate late-night treat for two. With a single bowl and a handful of ingredients, you’ll have fresh-baked, bakery-style cookies in just minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
Begin by creaming the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a small mixing bowl. Use a spoon or spatula to blend them into a creamy, uniform mixture—this helps create that classic tender, chewy texture in the finished cookies.
Next, stir in the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Beat them in gently until everything is thoroughly combined. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the batter and stir once more.
Add the flour to the bowl and fold it into the dough. The mixture will start to come together quickly, so be careful not to overmix. Once the dough is almost smooth, toss in the chocolate chips and fold until just combined.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray. Divide the dough into four equal scoops and place them on the prepared baking sheet. If you like soft, slightly puffy cookies, leave the dough in mounds; if you prefer a flatter, crispier edge, gently press them down with your palm.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a minute before transferring them to a cooling rack. Resist the urge to devour them immediately—though enjoying them warm is definitely encouraged!
These small batch cookies deliver an intensely satisfying chocolate chip cookie experience without leaving you with a mountain of leftovers or a heap of dishes. Whether it’s a quiet night in with someone special or just a personal craving you can’t resist, these morsels are a perfect guilt-free indulgence. Feel free to experiment with add-ins like chopped nuts or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top. For those watching their sugar intake, you can these days find excellent reduced-sugar chocolate chips. No matter the variation, these cookies will be a sweet reminder that sometimes less really is more.
