Are you a cookie lover who dreads complicated recipes and endless dishes? Get ready to meet the ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe that will revolutionize your baking experience! These Easiest Half Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies are a game-changer for anyone who wants delicious, homemade cookies without the kitchen chaos. With just one bowl, no mixer required, and ready in just 20 minutes, you'll be enjoying warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies faster than you can say "dessert"!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter completely. Allow it to cool for 2-3 minutes to prevent scrambling the egg.
- Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the melted butter. Whisk vigorously with a fork or whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Crack the egg into the bowl and add vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes uniform and slightly lighter in color.
- Sprinkle flour, baking soda, and salt over the wet ingredients. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
- Remove from oven and let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Let the melted butter cool slightly before adding other ingredients to prevent accidentally cooking the egg.
- Use a fork or whisk to mix thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Don't overmix the dough - stop mixing as soon as the dry ingredients are incorporated to keep cookies tender.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- For extra-soft cookies, slightly underbake and let them rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips - semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or even dark chocolate work great!
- For best results, use room temperature egg and fresh ingredients.
- If you like crispy edges and soft centers, rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top of each cookie right after baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
