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The Best Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies for a Party

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These small-batch chocolate chip cookies are perfectly sized for entertaining, with crispy edges, soft and chewy centers, and no chilling required. Made with simple ingredients, they come together in about 25 minutes and are always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

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 medium microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals. Let it cool slightly.
  3. Whisk in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture looks like wet sand, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth and glossy.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and fold with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed. Reserve a few chips to press onto the tops if desired.
  8. Scoop the dough into 12 to 14 balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft and puffy.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For perfectly round cookies, gently nudge each one with a round cookie cutter or glass right after baking. If you have time, let the scooped dough rest in the fridge for 30 minutes for even better texture. Always check that your baking soda is fresh by testing it with vinegar.

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