Delicious Cookie Recipes to Celebrate National Cookie Month
October is the perfect time to enjoy a variety of cookies, as this is when National Cookie Month is celebrated. It's an ideal excuse to try new recipes and treat yourself and your loved ones to some homemade baked goods. Cookies can be classic, vegan, or exotic — catering to any taste. Below are 7 recipes, including both traditional and vegan options, along with tips on how best to serve them and what to pair them with for the ultimate flavor experience.
1. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Ingredients:
225 g butter
200 g sugar
220 g brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
340 g flour
1 tsp baking powder
300 g chocolate chips
Instructions:
Mix the butter with sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla extract, and mix well.
In a separate bowl, combine flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the dough.
Stir in the chocolate chips.
Form small balls of dough and place them on a baking sheet. Bake at 180°C for 10-12 minutes.
These cookies are best served warm when the chocolate is still soft. They pair perfectly with cold milk or coffee.
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2. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
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Ingredients:
200 g oatmeal
150 g flour
150 g sugar
100 g butter
1 egg
1 tsp cinnamon
100 g raisins
Instructions:
Melt the butter and mix with sugar and egg.
Add oatmeal, flour, and cinnamon, and mix well.
Stir in the raisins and form small balls of dough.
Bake at 180°C for 12-15 minutes.
These cookies go well with black or green tea. For a softer texture, try dipping them in yogurt or kefir.
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3. Almond Cookies
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Ingredients:
200 g almond flour
100 g powdered sugar
2 egg whites
1 tsp almond essence
Instructions:
Whisk egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually adding powdered sugar.
Fold in the almond flour and almond essence.
Form small balls and bake at 160°C for 15-20 minutes.
Almond cookies are best served with hot chocolate or a latte. To enhance the flavor, add a bit of lemon curd or jam on top.
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4. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies (Vegan)
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Ingredients:
200 g peanut butter
100 g sugar
50 ml plant-based milk
150 g flour
100 g vegan chocolate chips
Instructions:
Mix peanut butter with sugar and plant-based milk.
Add flour and chocolate chips.
Form small balls and bake at 180°C for 10-12 minutes.
These cookies pair well with almond milk or herbal tea. For a softer texture, cover them overnight.
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5. Vegan Coconut Cookies
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Ingredients:
200 g shredded coconut
150 g flour
100 g cane sugar
80 ml coconut oil
50 ml plant-based milk
Instructions:
Mix shredded coconut, flour, and sugar.
Add coconut oil and plant-based milk.
Form small balls and bake at 170°C for 12-15 minutes.
These cookies are a great match with herbal tea or coconut milk. To make them moister, try adding a piece of dark chocolate in the center.
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6. Swedish Ginger Cookies
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Ingredients:
250 g flour
100 g butter
100 g sugar
1 egg
1 tsp cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom
1 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
Melt the butter with sugar and let it cool. Add the egg and spices.
Add flour and baking powder, knead the dough.
Roll out the dough and cut into shapes. Bake at 180°C for 8-10 minutes.
Ginger cookies taste best with mulled wine or aromatic tea, like Earl Grey. You can also serve them with cream cheese or honey.
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7. Double Chocolate Cookies
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Ingredients:
200 g dark chocolate
100 g flour
100 g sugar
50 g cocoa powder
2 eggs
1 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
Melt the dark chocolate and let it cool.
Mix the eggs with sugar, then add the melted chocolate.
Add flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
Bake at 180°C for 10-12 minutes.
These cookies are best enjoyed with cold milk or coffee to balance the rich chocolate flavor. You can also serve them with vanilla ice cream for contrast.
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