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
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes
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Yield: About 40 mini cookies
🛒 Ingredients
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 cup mini chocolate chips
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat Oven
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Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Cream Butter & Sugars
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Wet Ingredients
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in Chocolate Chips
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Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
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Shape Cookies
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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).
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Bake
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Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are soft. Do not overbake.
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Cool & Enjoy
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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🌟 Tips for the Perfect Mini Cookies
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Chill the dough for 20 minutes if it feels too soft—this helps prevent excess spreading.
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Use a small cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
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Swap mini chocolate chips for white chocolate, peanut butter, or butterscotch chips for fun variations.
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Double the recipe and freeze half the dough—bake straight from the freezer for fresh cookies anytime.
🥡 Storage
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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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.
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