Simple homemade cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Mix butter and sugar until creamy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Make a soft dough.
  6. Roll small balls and place on a baking tray.
  7. Flatten slightly with a fork.
  8. Bake for 10–15 minutes until light golden.

Optional Add-ins

  • Chocolate chips
  • Crushed nuts
  • Coconut
  • Raisins

Without Oven

You can also cook them in a covered pan:

  • Preheat a large pot/pan with salt underneath for 10 minutes.
  • Place cookies in a greased tray inside.
  • Cover and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes.

Serve with tea or milk.

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