Cozy Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Perfect for Gifting
These mini chocolate chip cookies are a heartfelt gift and a delightful snack, perfect for cozy afternoons or thoughtful presents.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20-25 mini cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (175g) mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (227g) softened unsalted butter, ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar, and ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar. Beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add 2 large eggs (room temperature) and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat again until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can affect the texture of the cookies.
- Fold in 1 cup (175g) mini chocolate chips using a spatula or spoon. Feel free to add any optional extras, such as chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
- Using a teaspoon or a small cookie scoop, drop small portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. These cookies are small, so they bake quickly—keep an eye on them!
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. This helps them set and prevents crumbling.
Notes
[‘Use room temperature ingredients for smoother dough.’, ‘Chill the dough for 30 minutes to enhance flavor and prevent spreading.’, ‘Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.’, ‘Keep an eye on the oven as mini cookies bake quickly.’, ‘Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for variety.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cookie
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 1
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