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Ready to uncover the best cookie recipes that are sure to wow your taste buds and charm everyone around you? This list is full of crowd pleasers. We have handpicked the collection and each one as unique and delicious as the next!

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The top homemade cookie in the US for 2024 is King Arthur Baking’s supersized chocolate chip cookies. The process involves browning butter to create a rich, nutty flavor and using a tangzhong starter, which adds a soft, chewy texture to the cookies. The dough is aged for 24 to 72 hours, enhancing the flavors and resulting in a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. This recipe became so popular that it even crashed King Arthur’s website! They’re a hit among home bakers, so you might want to give them a try in your own kitchen!

What is the Secret to Making the Best Cookies?

The secret to making the best cookies often lies in a few key techniques and ingredients. Always make sure you’re using high quality butter chocolate and vanilla extract. Ensure that you measure accurately, especially flour, to avoid dense cookies, but also don’t over mix! We’ve learned over the years that letting the dough rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes can enhance the flavor and texture. Doing things like browning butter adds a rich, nutty flavor to your cookies and make sure you watch your bake time! Slightly underbake your cookies for a soft, chewy center, which is what I love!!

What is the Secret Ingredient to Keep Cookies Soft?

We have found that cornstarch is a great addition for soft cookies. Adding a small amount of cornstarch to your cookie dough can help create a tender, soft texture. Additionally, using brown sugar instead of white sugar can also contribute to a softer cookie due to its higher moisture content. Another tip is to slightly underbake the cookies, allowing them to finish cooking on the baking sheet as they cool, which helps maintain their softness. I like to cookie my cookies on a baking stone, with parchment paper for eight to nine minutes. They don’t look done when you take them out, but as they sit on the cookie sheet to cool they finish up. Perfection!

Should I Use Baking Soda or Baking Powder in Cookies?

Whether to use baking soda or baking powder in cookies depends on the desired texture and the recipe’s ingredients:

  • Baking Soda: This is a base that needs an acid to activate it, such as brown sugar, yogurt, or lemon juice. It helps cookies spread and become crispier. Use baking soda if you want a chewy texture and a bit of spread.
  • Baking Powder: This contains both an acid and a base, so it doesn’t need additional acidic ingredients to activate. It provides more lift and results in a cakier texture. Use baking powder if you want thicker, softer cookies.

Some recipes might even call for both to balance the texture and rise. Always follow the recipe’s instructions for the best results!

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5 Comments

  1. Wendy Lange says:

    Thanks for the great selection of cookie recipies! These will make the cookie monsters in my family happy!

  2. Debbie @ http://kidsbibledebjackson.blogspot.com/ says:

    The list looks great! Pinned it to come back to! Thanks for sharing at Titus 2 Tuesdays.

  3. What an awesome list! I can wait to check some of these out, the homemade Nilla wafers are totally calling my name… Thanks for sharing at Foodie Fridays!
    ~April @DimplesandDelights

  4. Hi Crystal,
    I can’t wait to check out these awesome cookies! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great week!
    Come Back Soon,
    Miz Helen

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