Description
Delightful cookies that capture the cozy feeling of home with their sweet and buttery flavor, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 ½ cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- Optional: Chocolate chips or nuts mix-ins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
- Let cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Decorate with icing or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking helps maintain shape and achieve a chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, polar bear cookies, dessert, family treats, baking, comfort food
