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Easy Basic Cookie Dough Recipe

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Description

Everyone loves a good cookie, and what better way to satisfy your sweet tooth than with a homemade batch of fresh-baked cookies? This easy basic cookie dough recipe is perfect for all levels of bakers, from beginners to experts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of delicious cookies in no time.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal. It should take approximately 10 minutes to gather and measure all the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 10-12 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer or whisk, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
  5. Sift the flour mixture into the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop dough into balls and place onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before transferring the cookies to a cooling rack.

Notes

This recipe yields approximately 24-30 cookies, depending on the size of the cookie dough balls. You can store the cookie dough in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Info

Each cookie contains approximately 150-170 calories, depending on the size of the cookie.

Recipes FAQ

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, you can use salted butter, but you may want to reduce the amount of salt in the recipe to avoid the cookies being too salty.

Can I use a hand whisk instead of an electric mixer?

Yes, you can use a hand whisk, but it may take longer to cream the butter and sugar.

Can I substitute the all-purpose flour with almond flour or coconut flour?

No, these flours have different properties and cannot be substituted in this recipe.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar.
  • Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • For a fun twist, you can add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to the dough before baking.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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