Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the mixture until it becomes light and creamy—this step is key to creating soft and fluffy cookies. It usually takes about 2–3 minutes.
Step 3: Add the Egg and Vanilla
Crack in the egg and pour in the vanilla extract. Continue to mix until everything is well combined. The batter should be smooth and slightly fluffy at this point.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir them together with a fork or whisk to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until you get a soft cookie dough. Avoid overmixing—doing so can make the cookies tough instead of tender.
Step 5: Add Your Favorite Mix-Ins
Now comes the fun part! Fold in your choice of chocolate chips, nuts, or other goodies. This step allows you to personalize the cookies—each batch can be different depending on your mood or ingredients on hand.
Step 6: Shape the Cookies
Use a spoon or small ice cream scoop to drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
Leave about 2 inches of space between each cookie, as they’ll spread slightly while baking.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges turn light golden brown.
If you prefer soft cookies, take them out when the centers still look a little underbaked—they’ll continue to set as they cool.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them sit on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth texture or store them in an airtight container for up to five days.
🍫 Tips for the Perfect Quick Cookies
- For crispier cookies: Flatten the dough balls slightly before baking.
- For extra softness: Add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the flour mixture.
- For a flavor boost: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking.
- Make-ahead option: You can refrigerate the dough for up to 2 days or freeze it for longer storage—just bake straight from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to the baking time.
💛 Why You’ll Love These Cookies
These Delicious and Quick Cookies are the kind of treat that never disappoints. They’re simple, customizable, and ready in minutes—perfect for unexpected guests, sudden cravings, or a cozy evening at home. The result is a batch of cookies with the perfect harmony of crisp edges and soft, chewy centers—irresistibly good and impossible to eat just one!
Would you like me to make a chocolate chip version or a butter-only shortbread variation of this recipe next?
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