Simple cookie recipe

Introduction:

A easy simple cookie recipe that is inspired from tastes of lizzy. estimated prep time 15 minutes, estimated cooking and cooling time 15 minutes total 30 minutes. I chose this recipe because I have always enjoyed cookies and its easy and doesnt require that many steps.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (225g) softened butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Optional: ½–1 cup chocolate chips or nuts

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and vanilla, mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
6. Stir in chocolate chips if using.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
8. Bake 8–10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a rack.