If you’ve ever wished for a cookie recipe that can do it all, this is it.
A simple, buttery base cookie dough that turns into dozens of flavor combinations — from classic chocolate chip to coconut white chocolate, peanut butter chunk, or even spiced holiday cookies. One bowl, one dough, infinite possibilities.
💛 Base Cookie Dough Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2¾ cups (340g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for the best texture.
- Scoop onto a lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes, until edges are golden.
This is your perfect blank canvas — now it’s time to get creative!
🎨 Mix-In Variants: Flavor Your Way
1. Classic Chocolate Chip
Add 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips. Always a crowd favorite!
2. Double Chocolate
Swap ¼ cup flour for cocoa powder and add 1 cup white chocolate chips for rich, fudgy bites.
3. Oatmeal Raisin
Mix in 1 cup rolled oats, ¾ cup raisins, and 1 tsp cinnamon for a hearty, chewy cookie.
4. Peanut Butter Chunk
Add ½ cup creamy peanut butter and 1 cup chopped peanuts or PB chips for nutty flavor.
5. Funfetti Sugar Cookies
Skip the brown sugar, and fold in ½ cup rainbow sprinkles for a colorful, buttery twist.
6. Nutty Caramel Crunch
Add ½ cup chopped pecans and ½ cup caramel bits or toffee pieces for gooey texture.
7. Coconut White Chocolate
Mix ½ cup shredded coconut and 1 cup white chocolate chips — tropical cookie vibes!
8. Mocha Crunch
Add 2 tsp instant coffee granules and ¾ cup dark chocolate chunks for a caffeine kick.
9. Trail Mix Cookies
Fold in ½ cup chopped nuts, ½ cup dried fruit, and ½ cup chocolate chips — a snack lover’s dream.
10. Holiday Spice Cookies
Add 1 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp nutmeg, and ½ cup chopped candied ginger or dried cranberries for cozy seasonal flavor.
🍪 Tips for the Best Cookies
- Chill the dough — it helps prevent spreading and improves flavor.
- Don’t overbake! Cookies continue cooking on the tray after baking.
- Mix and match — you can combine flavors (like coconut + chocolate or peanut butter + oats).
✨ Why You’ll Love This Base
- Easy to customize — one dough fits any flavor.
- Freezer-friendly — freeze scooped dough balls for fresh cookies anytime.
- Perfect for gift boxes, parties, or bake sales.