Sometimes you just need fresh baked cookies, but don't need a ton. This small batch chocolate chip cookie recipe makes about 2 dozen cookies. They are chewy and delicious, so chances are you will wish you had made more! 😉
Cream together ½ cup unsalted butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup light brown sugar in a medium mixing bowl. The mixture should be light and fluffy.
Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 egg until combined.
In a small bowl, stir together 1½ cups all purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips.
Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes, but up to 3 days.
Preheat oven to 375℉
Scoop rounded Tablespoons of dough (a medium cookie scoop) onto cookie sheet.
Bake for 12-14 minutes. Cool on the pan for 1 minute before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage.