Welfare Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of Welfare Cookies, a budget-friendly treat that doesn't skimp on flavor. This simple yet versatile recipe combines pantry staples like flour, sugar, and butter with a touch of vanilla for a soft, chewy cookie base. The addition of optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts makes these cookies customizable to suit any craving. Ready in just under 25 minutes, including prep and bake time, these homemade cookies are perfect for whipping up a quick snack or sharing at gatherings. Whether you’re baking on a budget or craving a classic dessert, Welfare Cookies deliver timeless taste and homemade charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Flour
- 1 cup Sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.75 cup Butter or margarine
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 cup Optional chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter or margarine, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time to the mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Mix the water into the dough to help with consistency. If adding chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts, gently fold them in at this stage.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your homemade cookies with friends and family!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.7 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.3 g | 682% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 766 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 2701 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 582.6 g | 212% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 367.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 1183 mg | 25% | |
*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.
