The Absolute Best Cookie Recipe Ever

The Absolute Best Cookie Recipe Ever
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    51

Embark on a delightful baking journey with these irresistible cookies, guaranteed to vanish in a flash! Customize your texture, from crisp to chewy, and witness the magic unfold. Elevate your experience with a baking stone for unparalleled results.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    21 g
  • Cholesterol
    23 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    62 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. (10 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a dough. (5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets. (15 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (10 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (30 minutes)

For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them. For crispier cookies, bake until golden brown.
Using a baking stone ensures even heat distribution and prevents the bottoms from burning.
Experiment with different extracts, such as almond or lemon, for unique flavor variations.
Add chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles to the dough for extra indulgence.

Keagan Rolfson

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.8/ 5 ( 17 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Leta Kub

    I've never had cookies turn out so perfectly. The baking stone really makes a difference!

  • Roy Haag

    These cookies are a huge hit! Everyone always asks for the recipe.

  • Kallie Runte

    My kids devoured these in minutes! This is definitely going to be a regular recipe in our house.

  • Wilfredo Parker

    Easy to follow and absolutely delicious! I added chocolate chips and they were even better.

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