Description

This single double chocolate chip cookie recipe is perfect for satisfying a chocolate craving without baking a whole batch. Featuring a rich blend of cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this cookie is soft, chewy, and delightfully chocolatey. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s quick to prepare and baked to perfection in a single-serving size.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened, salted or unsalted)
1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk

Add-Ins

2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt until well combined to create a uniform dry base for the cookie dough.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar using a spoon or small whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps give the cookie a tender texture.
Add Vanilla and Egg Yolk: Stir in the vanilla extract and egg yolk thoroughly to incorporate moisture and flavor into the dough.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring carefully until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cookie. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Shape and Bake: Form the dough into the shape of a cookie and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and the center remains slightly soft for a perfect chewy texture.
Cool the Cookie: Let the cookie cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing it to firm up slightly for easier handling.

Notes

For best texture, do not overbake; the cookie will firm up as it cools.
You can use salted or unsalted butter; if using salted, omit the additional pinch of salt.
Feel free to substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips for a richer chocolate taste.
This recipe makes one single-serving cookie; double or triple the ingredients to make more cookies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: single cookie, double chocolate chip cookie, easy chocolate cookie, chocolate chip dessert, quick cookie recipe