I love sharing good cookie recipes with you. Sometimes, you just need a sweet treat to brighten your day. Today, I’m bringing you a collection of my favorite cookie recipes that are easy to make and perfect for any time.
Whether you like fruit, chocolate, or classic sugar cookies, there’s something here for everyone. Get ready to bake some delightful homemade cookies with me!
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- 1. Raspberry Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
- 2. Raspberry Swirl Cookies
- 3. Softbatch Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 4. Fun Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
Delicious Raspberry Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
These oatmeal cookies have the perfect chewiness you look for, along with bright raspberries and rich chocolate. They are a wonderful sweet bite for any cookie lover.
Key Ingredients & Baking Tips
- Oats are Important: Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best chewy texture. Instant oats can make the cookies dry.
- Fresh Raspberries: Gently fold in fresh or frozen (not thawed) raspberries at the very end to avoid crushing them too much.
What You Need for Oatmeal Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: About 2 dozen cookies
How to Make These Oatmeal Treats
Step 1: Get Ready to Mix
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
Step 2: Combine Dry and Wet
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the rolled oats and chocolate chips. Gently fold in the fresh raspberries.
Step 3: Bake and Enjoy
Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
📝 Final Note for Oatmeal Cookies
These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For a fresh taste, warm them slightly before serving.
Pretty Raspberry Swirl Cookies Recipe
These beautiful cookies feature a buttery dough with lovely swirls of bright raspberry jam. They are simple to make but look very special, perfect for sharing.
Key Ingredients & Swirl Tips
- Good Quality Jam: Use a thick raspberry jam or preserves. If your jam is too runny, it might spread out during baking.
- Chilling the Dough: Don’t skip chilling the dough after adding the jam. This helps the cookies keep their shape and lovely swirl pattern.
What You Need for Swirl Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
⏱️ Time: 50 minutes (plus chilling)🍽️ Yields: About 3 dozen cookies
How to Make Raspberry Swirls
Step 1: Make the Cookie Dough
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Add the Swirl and Chill
Divide the dough in half. Roll each half between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle (about 9×12 inches). Spread half of the raspberry jam evenly over each dough rectangle, leaving a small border. Tightly roll up each rectangle from the long side. Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
Step 3: Slice and Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Unwrap the chilled dough rolls and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place the cookie slices on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
📝 Final Note for Swirl Cookies
You can use other jam flavors too, like apricot or strawberry, for different tastes. Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Soft Batch Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
These chocolate chip cookies are wonderfully soft and have a tender, cake-like texture thanks to cream cheese. If you love soft cookies, you will really enjoy these.
Key Ingredients & Baking Tips
- Cream Cheese Secret: Make sure your cream cheese is softened to room temperature. This helps it mix smoothly into the dough for a uniform, soft texture.
- Don’t Overbake: These cookies are meant to be soft. Take them out of the oven when the edges are set and lightly golden, but the centers still look a little soft. They will firm up as they cool.
What You Need for Soft Cookies
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: About 2 dozen cookies
How to Make Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Cream Together Wet Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 2: Mix Dry and Add Chips
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips until they are evenly spread throughout the dough.
Step 3: Bake Until Soft
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set and the centers look slightly underbaked. Let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.
📝 Final Note for Soft Batch Cookies
For an even richer flavor, use a mix of milk chocolate and dark chocolate chips. These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but will stay soft in an airtight container for a few days.
Fun Sprinkle Sugar Cookies Recipe
These classic sugar cookies are soft, buttery, and packed with colorful sprinkles, making them perfect for celebrations or a cheerful everyday treat. They are easy to make and always a favorite.
Key Ingredients & Sprinkle Secrets
- Soft Butter is Key: Ensure your butter is truly softened, but not melted. This helps create a smooth dough that bakes evenly and stays soft.
- Best Sprinkles: Use jimmie sprinkles (the long ones) or nonpareils (the tiny round ones) for baking. Avoid sanding sugar if you want the colors to stay bright and not melt too much.
What You Need for Sprinkle Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup colorful sprinkles, plus more for rolling
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: About 3 dozen cookies
How to Make Cheerful Sprinkle Cookies
Step 1: Mix the Dough
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients and Sprinkles
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup of sprinkles until they are evenly distributed in the dough.
Step 3: Roll, Bake, and Cool
Roll rounded spoonfuls of dough into balls, then roll each ball in extra sprinkles to coat them well. Place the coated dough balls on your prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving to a wire rack.
📝 Final Note for Sprinkle Cookies
These cookies are great for parties! You can change the sprinkle colors to match any holiday or theme. Store them in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.