World’s Best Cookies
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened (113g)
- ½ cup sugar (100g)
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar (110g)
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup corn flake cereal (20g)
- 1/2 cup oats (40g)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or sweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (peanuts, walnuts, or pecans) (56g)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugars on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla and beat well, stopping as needed to scrape down the sides during mixing.
- Add the flour mixture and beat on low speed just until combined. Gently fold in the remaining ingredients until well incorporated into the dough. Using a 1½ tablespoons cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges start to brown. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.