Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup softened butter (salted or unsalted)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or M&M's (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 2 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the flour and baking soda, mixing until just combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and chocolate chips or M&M's (if using).
- Drop the cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 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 cooling rack.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that nutritional information will vary depending on the specific ingredients used)
- Calories: Approx. 250 per cookie
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients.
- Cookies are soft, chewy, and have a delicious vanilla flavor.
- Can be customized with different add-ins like chocolate chips, M&M's, etc.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so easy to make and taste great! My kids love them."
- "The cookies are soft and chewy, just like I wanted. The vanilla flavor is delicious."
- "I added chocolate chips to the cookie dough, and it was a hit!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter, not melted, for the best results.
- The cookies may spread a bit during baking, so leave some space between each cookie on the cookie sheet.
- Adjust baking time according to your oven and desired texture of the cookie.
