The 6 Easiest Cookie Recipes

Not many things can compare to the smell of cookies baking in the oven. Sadly, most cookie recipes require many different ingredients and a long process before you get to enjoy that first delicious bite. However, I’ve prepared a list of 6 cookie recipes that require only 3 ingredients each.

Nutty Brownies that Melt in Your Mouth

One of the simplest yet most delicious of treats.

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
  
• 1¼ cups chocolate spread
  
• ½ cup flour
  

Preparation:

• Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
  
• In a bowl, mix all the ingredients until the mixture is consistent.
  
• Transfer to a greased pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

A simple traditional recipe for chewy peanut butter cookies. This recipe does not require flour and is perfect for people with a gluten sensitivity.

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup peanut butter

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
   
2. In a bowl, mix all the ingredients until the mixture is consistent.
   
3. Roll 1-inch balls from the mixture, put them on a greased pan and gently press them.
   
4. Bake for 12 minutes.
   

Energy Bars 

A different take on the traditional cookie – these bars are made of nuts and dried fruits. Other than the dates, you can substitute any of the ingredients to match your preferences.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dates, pitted
• 1 dried fruit
• 1 cup nuts

Preparation:

1. Use a food processor to blend all the ingredients together.
2. After the ingredients are fully mixed, spread the mix on a surface covered with plastic wrap and leave in the fridge for 3 hours.
3. Once the mixture has cooled and solidified, you can take it out of the fridge and cut it into any size and shape you desire.
4. You can try the following combos: Almonds & Cherries, Pecans & Cranberries, Apples & Walnuts.

Italian Coconut Macaroons

A delicious, flourless recipe that takes very little time and effort to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 can condensed milk (14oz)
• 16oz coconut, desiccated
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
2. In a bowl, mix all the ingredients until the mixture is consistent.
3. Use a teaspoon to measure the size of each macaroon and place on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 8 minutes.

Crispy Butter Cookies

A traditional English recipe for simple and delicious butter cookies.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 2 sticks salted butter

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
   
2. Blend the butter and sugar to make a consistent mix.
   
3. Add the flour and continue blending. If the mixture becomes crumbly, add a tablespoon of water. Blend until the mix becomes doughy.
   
4. On a floured surface, flatten the dough to about 1/3 of an inch.
   
5. Cut the dough into cookie-sized pieces, place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
   

Quick Mini Croissants

Nothing beats a fresh croissant, except for one filled with chocolate!

Ingredients:

• 1 egg
• 4oz chocolate chips
• Store-bought pastry dough

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
2. Beat the egg with a little bit of water.
3. Flatten the pastry dough and cut it into 15-inch squares.
4. Cut each square into 2 triangles.
5. Put some chocolate chips in the center of each triangle and roll it to form a croissant.
6. Place the croissants on a greased baking sheet and brush them with the egg.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes.