The Best Cookies To Bake With Kids
Fun, easy, and delicious cookies perfect for baking with kids, using simple ingredients and hands-on steps that little helpers will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light-brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semisweet and/or milk chocolate chips
- Optional: colorful sprinkles for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add salt, vanilla, and eggs, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips (and sprinkles if desired).
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers are still soft.
- Let cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Perfect for letting kids measure and mix ingredients.
- Use silicone baking mats for easier cleanup.
- Cookies will continue to set while cooling, so don’t overbake.
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