Homestead Cookies Recipe

This recipe is incredibly versatile, and you can adjust it by adding other ingredients like vanilla extract, cinnamon, or even a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor according to your taste preferences.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• 1/4 cup mixed seeds (such as sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
3. Gradually add the flour to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
4. Fold in the chopped nuts and mixed seeds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
5. Using your hands or a cookie scoop, shape the dough into small balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.