Cookies are a staple in every home, and adding eggs to the mix can elevate the flavor and texture of your baked goods. Eggs provide moisture and richness to the dough, resulting in a softer and more satisfying cookie. In this article, we’ll be sharing three of our favorite egg-based cookie recipes that are sure to delight your taste buds.
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are a timeless classic and are always a crowd-pleaser. The addition of eggs in the dough gives them a rich and creamy flavor that pairs perfectly with the chocolate chips.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Lemon-Poppy Seed Cookies
These cookies are perfect for spring and summer, with a refreshing lemon flavor and a satisfying crunch from the poppy seeds. The eggs in the dough give them a delicate texture that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and juice.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined. Stir in the poppy seeds.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Gingerbread Cookies
These cookies are perfect for the holiday season, with a warm and spicy gingerbread flavor. The eggs in the dough give them a soft and chewy texture that is irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix well. Stir in the molasses.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
- Divide the dough in half, wrap each half in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.
- Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the center is set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy!
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