Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips (plus more for tops (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven the 350˚F.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy, by hand or with an electric mixer. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix.

3. 3

   Then add the flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix until it forms a dough. Stir in the chocolate chips by hand.

4. 4

   Scoop rounded tablespoonfuls on to a baking sheet arranged about 2 inches apart. Add additional chocolate chips to the tops of the cookies if desired.

5. 5

   Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are browned and the centers are just set. Let cool on pan for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a wire cooling rack.