Description
A quick and easy recipe for a single delicious chocolate chip cookie, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (56 g) salted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (54 g) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk, at room temp
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup (85 g) chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Mix with a stand mixer or hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Incorporate the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Divide the dough in half and shape into cylinders. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) when the dough is almost done chilling.
- Transfer the dough balls to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set. Rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
For an indulgent treat, serve warm with a glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days or freeze the uncooked dough for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American