Small-batch baking · 22 mins
Small-batch chocolate-chip cookies
A short batch of cookies with crisp edges and chocolate chips, without a full baking tray.
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Small-batch baking
Bakes sized for a smaller household—enough to enjoy without committing to a week of leftovers.
10 ideas to explore
Small-batch baking · 35 mins
Apple crumble for two
Two ramekins of chopped apple beneath a simple oat crumble topping.
Small-batch baking · 40 mins
Six-inch vanilla cake
A single-layer vanilla cake mixed for a six-inch tin and a small gathering.
Small-batch baking · 32 mins
Small-batch banana muffins
A half-dozen tender muffins using two ripe bananas and ordinary pantry ingredients.
Small-batch baking · 34 mins
Two-person chocolate brownies
A compact pan of chocolate brownies yielding a modest number of squares.
Small-batch baking · 50 mins
Small-batch lemon drizzle loaf
A little lemon loaf with a measured drizzle, baked in a small loaf tin.
Small-batch baking · 26 mins
Four homemade scones
Four plain scones for a small tea, mixed with minimal handling.
Small-batch baking · 24 mins
Small-batch oatmeal cookies
A small tray of oat cookies with brown sugar and optional raisins.
Small-batch baking · 45 mins
Two-serving bread-and-butter pudding
A shallow dish of buttered bread baked in vanilla custard for two servings.
Small-batch baking · 32 mins
Small-batch blueberry muffins
Six blueberry muffins mixed in one bowl and baked until lightly golden.
Useful before you start
A few practical points
- Use the specified tin or ramekin volume: depth affects baking time as much as ingredient quantity.
- A digital scale is especially helpful when a small error becomes a larger percentage of the batch.
- Start checking early, but avoid repeatedly opening the oven during the initial rise of cakes and puddings.