Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or almond extract)
- Chocolate chips or M&M's for topping (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 10 minutes (5 minutes prep + 5 minutes baking)
- Servings: 8 cookies
Difficulty Level:
Level 2 (Simple to Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the vegetable oil and egg, and mix until a dough forms.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in chocolate chips or M&M's if desired.
- Drop the dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving room for spreading.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per cookie, assuming no additional toppings)
- Calories: Approximately 150 calories per cookie
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Quick and easy to make
- Suitable for American taste buds
- Can be customized with different toppings or flavors
- Delicious and crispy cookies that are perfect for any time of day
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so easy to make and taste amazing! I love how they are perfect for a quick snack or dessert."
- "The cookies are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just like I like them!"
- "I added chocolate chips to mine and they were a hit with my family!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature egg for best results.
- Different ovens may vary in temperature, so keep an eye on the cookies while they are baking to ensure they don't get too brown or burn.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for best freshness.
