These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are a go-to recipe for any cookie lover. With a perfect balance of sweetness and buttery goodness, these cookies will leave you craving for more. Their soft and chewy texture makes them the ultimate treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup of white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
These cookies are perfect for holiday baking and can be customized with chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits.
The secret to the melt-in-your-mouth texture is not overmixing the dough, as this will result in tough cookies instead.