Plain Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and beat until well blended.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture and beat until just blended.
6. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake until lightly browned, about 10-12 minutes.
8. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the cookies to wire racks and let cool completely.

Verdict:

These plain cookies are simple yet delicious. They have a soft and chewy texture with a slightly crispy edge. They are perfect for dunking in a glass of milk or enjoying on their own.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these cookies as a dessert after dinner or as an afternoon snack with a cup of tea or coffee. You can also add some chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to the dough for a different flavor. Enjoy!