Step 1: Gather Ingredients
Collect all the necessary ingredients, such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, baking powder, and any add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to the required temperature, usually around 350°F (175°C).
Step 3: Prepare Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5: Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 6: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Mix in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Step 7: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in any add-ins like chocolate chips.
Step 8: Scoop Dough
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Step 9: Bake Cookies
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Step 10: Cool and Enjoy
Remove the cookies from the oven, let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before enjoying.
