Four Soft and Chewy Cookies to Fill-Up Your Cookie Jar!

Why You’ll Love These Recipes
Who doesn’t love a soft, chewy cookie? Whether you’re craving chocolate, fruity, or something in between, these four cookie recipes will make your cookie jar a delicious place to visit! From the rich indulgence of Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, to the no-bake simplicity of No Bake Cookies, the decadent Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies, and the refreshing Lemon Sugar Cookies, there’s a treat here for everyone. These cookies are all easy to make and perfect for snacking, gifting, or just satisfying your sweet tooth. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later – either way, they’ll disappear quickly!

1. Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
1¼ cups all-purpose flour

¾ cup cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

2 tablespoons cornstarch

½ cup salted butter, softened

¾ cup granulated sugar

¾ cup light brown sugar, packed

2 large eggs, room temperature

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 tablespoons heavy cream

¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more to top the cookies if desired

Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and cornstarch.

In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and heavy cream, and mix until smooth.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.

Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Press a few extra chocolate chips on top of each cookie, if desired.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

2. No-Bake Cookies
Ingredients:
3 cups quick cook oats

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup butter, unsalted

1⅔ cups sugar

½ cup milk

¼ cup cocoa powder

1 cup peanut butter

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions:
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sugar, milk, and cocoa powder, and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.

Add the oats and salt to the mixture, stirring until everything is well coated.

Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or parchment paper and let them cool and set at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

3. Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies
Ingredients:
2½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

⅓ cup cornstarch

½ cup salted butter, softened

8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs, room temperature

2 cups powdered sugar

3 tablespoons heavy cream

½ cup miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more to top the cookies if desired

Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cornstarch.

In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until well incorporated. Fold in the miniature chocolate chips.

Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and press a few extra chocolate chips on top of each cookie.

Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

4. Lemon Sugar Cookies
Ingredients:
2¾ cups flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup butter, softened

2 ounces cream cheese, softened

1½ cups sugar, divided into 1¼ cups and ¼ cup

1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Zest of 1 lemon

1 egg

Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, and 1¼ cups of sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and mix until smooth.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined.

Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in the remaining ¼ cup sugar.

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the bottom of a glass.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Servings and Timing
Servings: Each recipe yields about 12–15 cookies, depending on size.

Prep time: 10–15 minutes for each recipe

Bake time: 10–14 minutes for each recipe (depending on cookie size and recipe)

Total time: 30 minutes to 1 hour for each recipe

Variations
Add nuts: You can add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to any of these cookie recipes for a crunchy texture.

Use different chocolate chips: Feel free to experiment with milk chocolate, white chocolate, or even butterscotch chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Make them gluten-free: Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make these recipes gluten-free. Just ensure other ingredients are also gluten-free.

Storage/Reheating
Storage: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to 1 week.

Reheating: If you prefer your cookies warm, microwave individual cookies for 10-15 seconds, or reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.

Conclusion
These four cookie recipes are sure to fill your cookie jar with deliciously soft, chewy treats. Whether you’re in the mood for chocolate, fruity lemon flavors, or a cheesecake twist, these cookies are simple to make and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for sharing with family or enjoying by yourself, these cookies will quickly become your go-to baking recipes!

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