– 2 cups all-purpose flour – 1 cup granulated sugar – 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) – 2 large eggs – 1 tsp baking soda – 1 tsp vanilla extract – ½ tsp salt – Optional: ½ tsp nutmeg or cinnamon for warmth
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper to keep your cookies from sticking during baking.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This creates the perfect base for a soft and rich cookie.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract and stir to combine everything evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and any optional spices like nutmeg or cinnamon if you want a deeper flavor.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring slowly until everything comes together in a smooth, soft cookie dough.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy the timeless taste with milk, tea, or coffee!