Who doesn’t love a chocolate chip cookie? Now imagine that same soft, chewy, chocolatey goodness in adorable bite-sized form! These Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for snacking, lunchbox treats, or serving at parties. They bake up quickly, stay chewy, and deliver a perfect balance of cookie and chocolate in every single bite.
⏱️ Quick Facts
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 40 mini cookies
🛒 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
👩🍳 Instructions
-
Preheat Oven
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
-
Cream Butter & Sugars
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
-
Add Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
-
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
-
Fold in Chocolate Chips
- Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
-
Shape Cookies
- Scoop small 1-teaspoon portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each (they spread slightly).
-
Bake
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are soft. Do not overbake.
-
Cool & Enjoy
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
🌟 Tips for the Perfect Mini Cookies
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes if it feels too soft—this helps prevent excess spreading.
- Use a small cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Swap mini chocolate chips for white chocolate, peanut butter, or butterscotch chips for fun variations.
- Double the recipe and freeze half the dough—bake straight from the freezer for fresh cookies anytime.
🥡 Storage
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 3 months.
✨ These Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies are chewy, chocolate-packed, and completely irresistible. Whether you pop one or a handful, they’ll quickly become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
