Delightfully Chewy Chocolate-Free Cookies Recipe
These delightful cookies are soft and chewy, perfect for those who prefer a chocolate-free treat. They are easy to make and great for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract optional
- ½ cup chopped nuts or dried fruit
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- In a larger bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in chopped nuts or dried fruit until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges and slightly soft in the center.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve with a glass of cold milk for a classic pairing.