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Pure Vanilla Cookie

Classic Pure Vanilla Cookie Recipe Soft and Buttery

This classic pure vanilla cookie recipe creates soft, buttery cookies with rich vanilla flavor and lightly golden edges. Made with simple pantry ingredients, these cookies are beginner-friendly and perfect for everyday baking, holiday trays, or sweet afternoon treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 20 Cookies
Calories: 145
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp milk optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine dry ingredients and fold into batter.
  5. Roll dough into balls and place on baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Notes

  • Use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
  • Slightly underbake cookies to keep centers soft.
  • Chill dough if it becomes sticky.
  • Add chocolate chips or nuts for variation.