Easy Cookie Recipe
This easy cookie recipe is the perfect simple recipe for busy days—soft, buttery, and ready in under an hour. These classic cookies strike a balance between crisp edges and soft middles, making them a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 tsp baking soda Aluminum-free for cleaner flavor
- ½ tsp fine sea salt balances sweetness
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar for light crispness
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar for chewiness and depth
- 1 large egg plus 1 yolk egg and yolk room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract Madagascar or Mexican, your pick
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup optional mix-ins: chopped nuts, sprinkles, or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or use a nonstick baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
- Using a stand mixer or handheld beaters, cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and extra yolk, one at a time, then stir in vanilla until fully mixed.
- Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, then mix in the chocolate chips (and any mix-ins) by hand.
- Scoop dough balls onto a plate, cover, and chill for at least 15 minutes.
- Place dough balls on prepared sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers still look underdone. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
A slightly underbaked center is key for a melt-in-your-mouth feel. For extra chewiness, add a teaspoon of molasses or swap granulated sugar for brown sugar.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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