Classic Cookies with a Twist: Creative Recipes to Try

Classic Cookies with a Twist: Creative Recipes to Try

🍪 Love cookies but looking for something new? These classic cookies with a twist offer fresh, creative flavors. They’re perfect for sharing or enjoying alone. These recipes will surely impress!

1. Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt

What You’ll Need:

• 1 cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Flaky sea salt for garnish

How to Make It:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
3. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.

2. Matcha Sugar Cookies

What You’ll Need:

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter (softened)
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons matcha powder

How to Make It:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder.
3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
5. Roll dough into balls, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 8-10 minutes.

3. Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberries and White Chocolate

What You’ll Need:

• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

How to Make It:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugars. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
3. Stir in flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Fold in oats, cranberries, and white chocolate chips.
4. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

4. Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle

What You’ll Need:

• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate

How to Make It:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla in a bowl.
3. Roll dough into balls, place on a baking sheet, and flatten with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Once cooled, drizzle melted chocolate on top.

5. Lemon Shortbread Cookies

What You’ll Need:

• 1 cup butter (softened)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Optional: extra powdered sugar for dusting

How to Make It:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add lemon zest and juice.
3. Mix in flour until a dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough and cut into shapes. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
5. Dust with powdered sugar once cooled.

Pro Tips for Cookie Perfection:

• Chill your cookie dough for 30 minutes for thicker, chewier cookies.
• Experiment with toppings like nuts, sprinkles, or caramel for added flair.
• Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for longer.

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