1 cup unsalted butter or coconut oil/applesauce (for lighter option)
1 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar/honey
1/2 cup maple syrup or agave syrup
2 cups all-purpose flour or almond/oat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips or dried fruits/nuts
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, cream the room-temperature butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until smooth and fluffy.
Mix in the vanilla extract and egg until fully incorporated.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips (or your chosen mix-ins).
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
Allow to cool on baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.