Cookies hold a special place in the hearts of kids and what could be better than baking these sweet treats along with your kids. Not only will it be a wonderful bonding opportunity but will also let parents introduce their little ones to the joy of cooking. From the classic chocolate chip cookies to oatmeal raisin cookies, there are hundreds of cookie recipes that both adults and kids will enjoy. Read below this article to find out some delicious cookie recipes that are a must try!
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are a classic recipe that none could resist themselves from! In fact, the sweet whiff of these cookies is sure to fill in your house while bringing smiles to everyone’s face. Here are the ingredients you will need to prepare it.
- 2 ½ cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ tbsp baking soda
- ½ tbsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ tbsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Follow the procedure given below carefully.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, combine all purpose flour, baking soda and baking powder together and leave it aside.
- Take another bowl and combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, butter and salt together until the mixture turns fluffy.
- Now add the eggs one at a time and beat well each time.
- Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet contents and fold the batter well.
- Now add chocolate chips into the batter.
- On an ungreased baking dish, drop a spoonful of batter to form cookies of your desired size and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool down completely before serving or storing them.
- You can also decorate your cookies by drizzling some melted chocolate over them. Enjoy!
Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
You must have definitely tried that popular peanut butter and jelly sandwich. This cookie is a transformed version of it and we are sure your kids will love this iconic combination! To make it, you will need the following ingredients.
- 1 ½ cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ tbsp baking powder
- ½ tbsp baking soda
- ¼ tbsp salt
- ½ cup strawberry jam
Now follow the procedure mentioned below.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, unsalted butter, granulated sugar and brown suar until the texture of the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the egg one at a time and beat well after every addition.
- In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients, such as all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the mixture and combine properly.
- Now roll the cookie dough into little balls and press slightly in the center, filling it with strawberry jam.
- Place the cookie dough on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown.
- Allow them to cool completely. You can store them in airtight containers.
- Enjoy!
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Oatmeal raisin cookies are a perfect blend of sweetness and heartiness and are full of texture and flavor in every bite. Here’s what all you will need to prepare them.
- 1 ½ cup all purpose flour
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- ½ tbsp baking powder
- ½ tbsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp cinnamon powder
- ½ tbsp salt
- 1 cup raisin
Follow the stepwise procedure given below.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract to form a fine mixture.
- Now add the eggs gradually, one at a time and blend well after each addition.
- In another bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, namely all purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon powder.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Now add the raisins and oats into the batter.
- Place a spoonful of batter onto the baking sheets and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown while the center remains slightly soft.
- Let the baked cookies cool down before serving.
