If you’re looking for a simple homemade cookie recipe, here’s an easy one:
Simple Homemade Cookies
Ingredients
1 cup (225 g) butter, softened
1 cup (200 g) sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
6. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a lined baking tray. Flatten slightly with a fork.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Let the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Makes about 20–24 cookies.
For extra flavor, you can add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a pinch of cinnamon. 🍪