Basic Cookie Dough Recipe

plate of cookies for Christmas all made from one basic cookie dough.

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A soft and buttery cookie dough that’s simple to make and perfect for any occasion. Use it as is for classic cookies or add your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles. This easy recipe also serves as the base for my One Dough Five Delicious Cookies eBook, a fun way to bake multiple cookie varieties from one batch of dough.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Chill Time30

Total Time50

Servings: cookies

Calories: 166kcal

Author: Lois

Equipment

Ingredients

1 cup butter softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons baking soda

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cookies are just beginning to brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

This recipe makes a soft, buttery dough that you can use for classic drop cookies or customize with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles.

OR...you can turn this same dough into five festive cookie variations:

Chocolate Chip Cookies
Sprinkle Cookies
Chocolate Kiss Cookies
Chocolate Drizzle Cookies
Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies

Check out my One Dough Five Delicious Cookies eBook.

It includes step-by-step photos, printable recipe cards for each version, and helpful storing and freezing tips so you can easily prep cookies ahead of time.

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