Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite cookie recipes. There’s nothing quite like a warm, freshly baked cookie to make you feel good, and I think you’ll agree once you try these.
I picked two cookie recipes that are simple to make and always get rave reviews. Whether you like a classic chocolate chip or something with a little extra goodness, you’ll find a cookie to love here.
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Best Ever Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies
I love how the butterscotch adds a soft chewiness to these cookies. It’s a sweet pairing with classic chocolate chips that everyone enjoys.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Great Cookies
- Brown Sugar Boost: Using more brown sugar than white sugar makes your cookies softer and chewier. It adds a nice moisture.
- Softened Butter: Start with butter that is soft but not melted. This helps create an airy dough and blends well with other ingredients for a smooth batter.
What You Need for Butterscotch Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda and salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar and light brown sugar
- Eggs and vanilla extract
- Butterscotch chips
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
⏱️ Time: 25 Minutes🍽️ Yields: 2 Dozen Cookies
How to Make These Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Prep the Dry and Wet Mix
First, in a medium bowl, combine your flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 2: Combine and Bake the Cookies
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until they are just combined and no streaks of flour remain. Fold in the butterscotch chips and chocolate chips. Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto a prepared baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
📝 Final Note
For extra softness, slightly underbake your cookies; they will continue to set and firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
Bills Chocolate Chip Cookies – A Classic
This recipe comes from a dear friend, Bill, and it’s always a hit with my family. It makes a classic, chewy chocolate chip cookie that always tastes just right.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Bill’s Cookies
- Chilled Dough Trick: Chilling the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes helps the cookies hold their shape better during baking and often results in a richer, deeper flavor.
- Flaky Sea Salt: A little sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of the cookies just before baking balances the sweetness perfectly and makes them taste even better.
What You Need for Bill’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar and light brown sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
⏱️ Time: 30 Minutes (plus chill time)🍽️ Yields: 18 Cookies
How to Make Bill’s Simple Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugars
Start by beating the softened butter and both granulated and brown sugars together in a large bowl. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Next, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract until it’s fully combined.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients and Chill Dough
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3: Bake to Golden Perfection
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Scoop rounded spoonfuls of the chilled dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft and slightly pale.
📝 Final Note
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes after taking them out of the oven. This helps them set and prevents them from breaking when you move them to a wire rack.