One-Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Classic chocolate chip cookies baked to a perfect chewy texture in a single pan with minimal effort. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 22 minutes pairs (1 stick), softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, packed brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.0 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 12 American cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until creamy, about 2 minutes. Add 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips until evenly distributed. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep granulated sugar from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies?

American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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