When One Egg is All You Have: Perfect Cookies for Smaller Batches
Who said you need multiple eggs to create a diverse and delicious cookie spread? Sometimes, all you have is a single egg, and you’re in the mood to bake. Whether it’s just you or a small group, here’s how you can create a small batch of cookies, from snickerdoodles to chocolate chip, with just one egg!
Ingredients:
- 1 egg (or 1 egg yolk, based on the recipe)
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (for peanut butter cookies)
- 1 cup sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or chunks
- Cocoa (for double chocolate cookies)
- Additional ingredients based on specific cookie type (e.g., sesame seeds, puff pastry, lemon, etc.)
Instructions:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the base ingredients: egg, sugar, and any specific ingredients based on your desired cookie type.
- 3. If making peanut butter cookies, combine the creamy peanut butter, sugar, and egg until the mixture is smooth.
- 4. For a rich, chewy chocolate chip cookie, consider adding an extra egg yolk. This addition provides richness and ensures that your cookies are soft and tender.
- 5. If aiming for double chocolate cookies, figure out how to incorporate cocoa without compromising the cookie’s texture.
- 6. Once your dough is ready, scoop out portions onto a baking sheet. Ensure there’s ample space between each scoop to prevent cookies from merging while baking.
- 7. Bake as per the cookie’s requirement. Typically, it’s around 10-12 minutes, but always keep an eye out to avoid overbaking.
- 8. Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and allow them to cool before serving.
For those who love variety but don’t want a ton of leftovers, this method is a game-changer. Baking up a storm doesn’t mean you need to have dozens of cookies lying around. With these small-batch recipes, you can get that fresh-out-of-the-oven taste without the abundance of extras.
Whether it’s the classic chocolate chip, the tempting snickerdoodle, or the delectable chocolate chunk, there’s a recipe here for every palate. If you’re seeking some cookie baking essentials, check out baking essentials on Amazon to elevate your baking game.
