Cookies are a timeless treat loved by people of all ages. From the classic chocolate chip to the colorful sugar cookies, there is a cookie recipe that can satisfy any craving. In this tutorial, I will guide you through 50 classic cookie recipes that everyone should know. So let’s get baking!

1. Chocolate Chip Cookies

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
• In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar.
• Beat in 2 eggs and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.
• Stir in 2 cups of chocolate chips.
• Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
• Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.

2. Peanut Butter Cookies

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
• Mix in 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.
• Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
• Flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
• Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.

3. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
• In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
• Beat in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, combine 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.
• Stir in 2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats and 1 cup of raisins.
• Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
• Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.

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