Salted Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Salted Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sometimes you just want cookies, warm, soft, and gooey, without committing to a whole dozen or more. That’s where this Salted Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe comes in. It tastes good and satisfies a sweet craving without much (if any) leftovers. These small-batch chocolate chip cookies are rich, buttery, and studded with melty chocolate chips, with just the right hint of flaky sea salt. Baking a smaller batch also means you can enjoy fresh, homemade cookies anytime, without overindulging or needing to share if you don’t want to. 

  • Easy
  • 25 mins
  • 12 servings

Uses: Vanilla Paste

Occasions: Simple Summer, Valentine's Day

Directions

  1. Preheat Oven to 375f, and line baking sheets with parchment and spray with baking spray.
  2. In a Medium Bowl mix FLour, BAking Soda, Baking Powder, and Salt.
  3. Cream Eggs, sugar vanilla, and Butter in a separate bowl.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients until combined.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips and Optional Walnuts.
  6. Scoop into ping pong sized balls and place at least 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  7. Bake at 375f for 8-10 minutes.  Remove when just beginning to brown and let cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring off of the baking sheet.

This recipe was prepared by Nathan Schomers for Rodelle, part of ADM's culinary team.

Something that makes these cookies so irresistible is the balance of textures and flavors. The edges are lightly crisp while the centers stay soft and chewy, giving each bite that perfect cookie experience! This is the kind of cookie that tastes both classic and a little indulgent, great for pairing with a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or a mug of hot cocoa.  Another highlight of this small-batch cookie recipe is how approachable it is. With simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, butter, sugar, flour, eggs, chocolate chips, and salt, you can whip up a batch in under 30 minutes. There’s no complicated technique, no need for chilling overnight, and no stress about managing a large batch. It’s a quick, satisfying baking experience that’s wonderful for weekday treats, spontaneous dessert cravings, or a cozy weekend project. Really great to pack in lunches for the littles too.  Also feel free to customize these cookies. You can mix in nuts, swap in dark or milk chocolate chips, or add an additional splash of vanilla extract to deepen the flavor. Maybe for the holidays add the seasonal colored m&ms to make them extra festive!  Whether you’re baking just for yourself or making a little extra to share with a loved one, these Small-Batch Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies hit all the marks: soft, chewy, buttery, chocolate-studded, and balanced between savory and sweet with a hint of salt.   P.S. You can double the recipe if you’re feeling like you need more cookies. ;) 

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