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Kid-Friendly Small-Batch Thick and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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This small-batch recipe yields six thick, soft, and chewy chocolate chip cookies with a caramel-like flavor from brown sugar and a dense, tender crumb from using just an egg yolk. Perfect for late-night cravings or a quick treat without leftovers.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals until just melted. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for about 30 seconds until it forms a thick paste.
  4. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, whisk until smooth and glossy.
  5. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Fold with a rubber spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed. The dough will be thick and slightly sticky.
  8. Using a 1.5-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough into 6 equal balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. For thicker cookies, chill the dough balls for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Bake on the middle rack for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden but centers still look soft.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For the thickest cookies, chill the dough balls for 15-20 minutes before baking. To keep cookies soft, store with a slice of bread in an airtight container. Reheat in microwave for 10-15 seconds for fresh-from-oven softness.

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