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The Perfect Mix-In Cookies

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From the kitchen of Rachel White

The Perfect Mix-In Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup softened butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Optional add-ins

Chocolate chips · butterscotch chips · white chocolate chips · oatmeal · coconut · Andes mint chips · Heath toffee chips · nuts

Method

  1. Cream butter and sugar together.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla.
  3. Add dry ingredients and your favorite add-ins.
  4. Drop on greased cookie sheets.
  5. Bake at 375° for 8–10 minutes.

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