Description
Craving cookies but out of butter? These cookies without butter are soft, chewy, and made with oil as a substitute for a quick and delicious treat. Perfect for when you’re low on ingredients or looking for a lighter alternative, this simple recipe delivers all the flavor you love in classic cookies.
Ingredients
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- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or another neutral oil)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine the wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Make the dough:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Shape the cookies:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake:
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Substitute coconut oil for vegetable oil for a hint of coconut flavor.
- For a dairy-free option, ensure your chocolate chips are non-dairy.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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