Old Fashioned Drop Cookies
Transport your taste buds back to simpler times with these Old Fashioned Drop Cookies, a timeless treat that's as comforting as it is versatile. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and brown sugar, these cookies come together in just 15 minutes of prep time for a batch of homemade goodness. Their soft, chewy texture pairs perfectly with optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts, making them customizable for any craving. With no rolling or chilling required, this easy cookie recipe is perfect for casual baking days or last-minute dessert needs. Whether you're enjoying them fresh from the oven or storing them for up to five days, these classic cookies are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup optional mix-ins (e.g., chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a smooth dough forms.
If desired, fold in your mix-ins such as chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 63 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
