Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery with these mouthwatering butter cookies that are about to become your new obsession! Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, Melody's All-Purpose Butter Cookies are the ultimate treat that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. With just the right balance of sweetness, a perfect golden-brown crunch, and an option to add chocolate chips for extra indulgence, these cookies are guaranteed to melt in your mouth and steal hearts.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using chocolate chips, fold them into the dough gently using a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this is crucial for achieving the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter integration and more consistent results.
- Don't overmix the dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender and prevent toughness.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent breaking.
- For extra flavor variations, try adding different mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 158kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
