Description
A delightful and easy-to-make batch of cookies perfect for any occasion. These cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with the perfect balance of sweetness. Ideal for both novice and experienced bakers looking to satisfy their sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar (you can use a mix of brown and white sugar for added depth)
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 cup of mix-ins (chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruits)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in any mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, use more brown sugar than white sugar.
- Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking can help prevent spreading and results in a thicker cookie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per cookie, approximate
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg