Chocolate Chip Cookies

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ⓘ creates 24 cookies

Buttery, golden cookies with crisp edges and gooey centers, loaded with melty chocolate in every bite.

Flavor Profile Comforting

Warm vanilla and brown sugar richness with chocolatey indulgence.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 large eggs

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions:

Prep the Oven & Pans
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream the Butter & Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy (about 2 minutes).

Add Eggs & Vanilla
Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.

Stir in the Chips
Fold in chocolate chips and optional nuts, if using.

Scoop & Bake
Drop dough by rounded tablespoons (or use a cookie scoop) onto the baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.

Bake Until Golden
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers still look slightly soft. Cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Sugar Cookies

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ⓘ feeds around 20 cookie lovers

Soft, sweet, and endlessly customizable — this sugar cookie is your blank canvas for holidays, parties, or everyday cravings.

Flavor Profile Sweet

Mild vanilla flavor with a rich, buttery base and a crisp outer edge.

Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp almond extract (optional)

Optional:

• Sprinkles (for rolling or topping)

• Colored sugar (for festive flair)

• Royal icing or buttercream (for decorating)

Instructions

Prep the dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Cream the butter & sugar
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Add egg & extracts
Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully incorporated.

Combine wet & dry
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. Chill dough for 30 minutes if rolling out.

Shape the cookies
Scoop dough by tablespoons, roll into balls, and place on parchment-lined baking sheets. Press down slightly. Add sprinkles if using.

Bake
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Peanut Butter Cookies

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ⓘ makes 24 cookies

A nostalgic cookie with rich peanut butter flavor, balanced sweetness, and that irresistible fork-pressed top.

Flavor Profile Nutty

Salty-sweet peanut butter with a toasted, golden finish.

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup packed brown sugar

• ½ cup creamy peanut butter

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional:

• Crushed roasted peanuts (for extra crunch)

• Chocolate chips or chunks

• Sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Cream the butter & sugars In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add peanut butter & egg Mix in peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Combine & chill Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms. Chill for 20–30 minutes if dough feels too soft.

Shape & pattern Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, making a criss-cross pattern.

Bake Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cool on pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Snickerdoodles

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ⓘ creates 24 cookies

A buttery classic with a tender center and that iconic cinnamon-sugar sparkle — like childhood in cookie form.

Flavor Profile Spiced

Cinnamon warmth layered over sweet, buttery vanilla with a subtle tang.

Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp cream of tartar

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For rolling

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon

Optional:

• A pinch of nutmeg in the cinnamon-sugar mix

• Brown butter instead of regular for deeper flavor

• Frosting drizzle or white chocolate dip

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.

Cream butter & sugar In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs & vanilla Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

Combine Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet until a soft dough forms.

Chill the dough Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30–60 minutes for best texture.

Roll & coat Combine cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll each one in the mixture.

Bake Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers still look slightly soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.