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news • November 12, 2024

Sweeten Your Space: 3 Cookie Recipes to Bake at Home at The Modern in Fort Lee

At The Modern in Fort Lee, your sleek and stylish kitchen isn’t just for cooking dinner—it’s the perfect space to create unforgettable treats. Few things feel as comforting as the scent of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home. Whether you’re baking for yourself, your neighbors, or a special occasion, these three cookie recipes will fill your apartment with warmth and sweetness. Let’s get baking!

1. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Nothing beats the timeless chocolate chip cookie. Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla in another bowl. Add eggs one at a time.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips.
  5. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until golden brown.

2. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

For a slightly healthier option, try oatmeal raisin cookies. Packed with chewy oats and sweet raisins, they’re perfect for snacking.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup raisins

Steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  4. Stir in oats and raisins.
  5. Drop by spoonfuls onto a lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until set.

3. Peanut Butter Blossoms

These festive cookies are ideal for holiday baking or anytime you’re craving the classic peanut butter and chocolate combo.

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 36 Hershey’s Kisses, unwrapped

Steps:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Beat sugars, butter, and peanut butter until creamy. Add egg and mix well.
  3. Combine dry ingredients in another bowl and gradually blend into the wet mixture.
  4. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar. Place on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Immediately press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each cookie after removing from the oven.

Baking cookies is a wonderful way to add warmth to your apartment and make it feel like home. So, roll up your sleeves, grab your ingredients, and let the delicious aroma of cookies fill your space at The Modern. Don’t forget to share with friends—or keep them all to yourself! We won’t judge.