Name: One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark); 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup chocolate chips; 2 tablespoons peanut butter; 3 tablespoons rolled oats; 2 tablespoons dried cranberries; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons chopped pecans; 3 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts; 3 tablespoons white chocolate chips; 3 tablespoons rolled oats; 2 tablespoons mini M&Ms; 2 tablespoons peanut butter; 2 tablespoons chocolate chips; 1 and 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 and 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup chocolate chips

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If you’ve ever craved every kind of cookie at the same time, I have just the answer: One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors. This fun, endlessly adaptable recipe starts with a buttery classic dough and leads you to a whole buffet of choices, from gooey chocolate chip to nutty white chocolate macadamia, spiced snickerdoodle, and more, all from one simple bowl! Whether you’re baking for a crowd, seeking variety for a cookie tray, or just indecisive like me, you’ll love how this recipe makes it so easy to try new flavors without extra fuss. Your kitchen will smell amazing, and your cookie-loving taste buds will thank you.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

This recipe keeps things easy with pantry-staple ingredients, but each one truly matters for taste, texture, or that irresistible golden color. Stock up on your favorites, because these combine for a dough that’s soft, chewy, and ready for all those tempting mix-ins.

Unsalted Butter: Room temperature butter is the base of every great cookie, ensuring a chewy interior and crisp edges.
Granulated Sugar: Brings sweetness and just the right amount of spread to your cookies.
Brown Sugar: Adds depth and a soft, almost caramel-like texture—choose light or dark for a subtle difference.
Large Eggs: Bind the dough together and give every flavor moisture and richness.
Vanilla Extract: Enhances every mix-in and rounds out each cookie’s flavor beautifully.
All-Purpose Flour: The essential structure that gives your cookies the perfect bite.
Baking Soda: Helps your cookies puff up just right and develop that classic chewy texture.
Salt: Can’t skip it! Salt sharpens the sweetness and makes every bite more complex.
Chocolate Chips: A must-have for chocolate chip cookie fans—don’t be shy with extras for topping.
Peanut Butter: Brings creamy, nutty flavor for the peanut butter and monster cookie variations.
Rolled Oats: For a satisfying chew in oatmeal, monster, and cranberry-pecan cookies.
Dried Cranberries: Tart and sweet, these pop against the hearty oats and pecans.
Cinnamon: Adds warm spice in snickerdoodle and oatmeal cranberry pecan cookies.
Pecans: Toasty crunch and flavor—chop them up for best results.
Macadamia Nuts: Buttery and rich, these elevate white chocolate cookies to bakery-quality.
White Chocolate Chips: Smooth, creamy, and a perfect match for macadamias.
Mini M&Ms: For monster cookies—colorful and fun!
Sugar (for snickerdoodle): Go for the classic cinnamon-sugar coating for crackly tops.
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Transforms the base dough for rich chocolate chocolate chip cookies.

How to Make One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors

Step 1: Prep the Pans and Preheat

Start by cranking your oven up to 350°F. Line your cookie sheets with parchment paper—trust me, this makes cleanup a breeze and helps your cookies bake evenly. Set those prepared sheets aside so you’re ready to go when your dough is mixed up.

Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugars

With an electric mixer fitted with the paddle, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. You’re looking for a blend that’s creamy, fluffy, and light in color—think of it as laying the foundation for all seven incredible flavors!

Step 3: Add Eggs and Vanilla

Next, beat in your eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla. Each egg makes the dough richer and helps it come together, while that vanilla will make the whole kitchen smell scrumptious.

Step 4: Mix in Dry Ingredients

Switch your mixer to low and slowly add the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until everything is combined. Don’t over-mix; you want a tender dough that stays chewy in every bite. This is the base magic of One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors!

Step 5: Divide and Customize the Dough

Here’s where the fun begins! Decide how many flavors you want, then divide the dough into that many bowls—if you’re doing all seven, measure out 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon into each. For each bowl, fold in that flavor’s mix-ins (chocolate chips, oats, peanut butter, etc.) and gently combine. With snickerdoodle, don’t forget to stir some cinnamon-sugar into the dough and reserve a bit for rolling your cookie balls before baking.

Step 6: Scoop the Dough

Using a cookie scoop helps get uniform cookies. For bite-sized treats, use 1 tablespoon per cookie (you’ll get about 84!). For medium cookies, scoop 2 tablespoons (makes about 42) and for generously sized cookies, go for 3 tablespoons each (you’ll get 21). Space each scoop a few inches apart on your lined cookie sheets to prevent mingling.

Step 7: Add Toppings for Each Flavor

If you’re feeling fancy, lightly press a little extra of your chosen mix-ins on top of each scoop—think extra chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. It’s a simple way to identify the flavors and makes the cookies look extra tempting.

Step 8: Bake to Perfection

Slide those trays into your preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, rotating the sheets halfway through to ensure even color. The cookies should set just around the edges but still look soft on top—resist the urge to over-bake! This keeps them chewy, which is exactly what you want from One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors.

Step 9: Cool Down and Dig In

Once baked, let the cookies cool on their sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. This short wait lets them firm up so you don’t end up with crumbled cookies. Now it’s decision time: which flavor first?

How to Serve One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors

Garnishes

Dress up each type with a little flair! Add a pinch of flaky salt to chocolate chip, a few extra mini M&Ms for monster cookies, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar on snickerdoodles just before serving for eye-catching sparkle and extra flavor.

Side Dishes

Cookies may be the star, but pairing them is half the fun. Set out a cold pitcher of milk, honey-sweetened iced tea, or hot coffee for dunking. Fresh fruit or a scoop of vanilla ice cream alongside any of these cookies makes for a playful dessert plate.

Creative Ways to Present

Arrange all seven flavors in colorful rows on a big tray or platter for a “cookie flight” tasting. Wrap a few of each kind in a cellophane bag with ribbon for a homemade gift. You can even build an ice cream sandwich bar using several cookie types—just add your favorite ice cream and invite everyone to mix and match!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Once all the excitement settles, be sure to store any extra cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. This keeps your One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors tasting fresh for up to 4 days, so treats are always at your fingertips.

Freezing

For longer storage, scoop unbaked dough balls onto a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a sealed plastic bag. You can bake cookies straight from the freezer; just add a minute or two to the baking time. Baked cookies also freeze beautifully—layer between sheets of parchment in an airtight box and thaw at room temp whenever the craving hits.

Reheating

If you want that fresh-from-the-oven magic, pop a cookie in the microwave for about 8–10 seconds. They’ll be soft, gooey, and as irresistible as the day you made them. Frozen cookies can go right in the oven at 300°F for 3–5 minutes to gently warm through.

FAQs

Can I double or halve the recipe?

Absolutely! One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors scales up or down easily. Just keep an eye on baking times for different cookie sizes and make sure your dough portions are even if you want the full flavor lineup.

What’s the best way to split the dough for multiple flavors?

Measure the total amount of dough and divide it as evenly as possible between bowls—using a kitchen scale or measuring cup helps a ton. That way, each flavor gets an equal canvas for its mix-ins and you won’t run short on anyone’s favorite.

Can I swap in gluten-free flour or other substitutions?

Yes, a good 1:1 gluten-free flour usually works beautifully here, though the texture may be slightly softer. Feel free to sub in dairy-free butter or plant-based chocolate chips to match dietary needs, too.

How do I know when the cookies are ready?

Look for cookies that are set and just turning golden at the edges, but still slightly soft on top. They’ll continue to set as they cool. Overbaking is the enemy of chewy cookies, so err on the side of caution!

What are some other mix-in ideas for One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors?

Let your imagination run wild: try toffee bits, chopped dried apricots, spices like cardamom or ginger, shredded coconut, or even colorful sprinkles. Customizing this dough makes every batch new and exciting.

Final Thoughts

Baking One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors is more than a recipe—it’s a joyful, creative adventure, no matter what you’re craving or who you’re baking for. Try it once and you’ll see: with so many ways to personalize each batch, there’s something here for every cookie lover in your life!

One Cookie Dough, Seven Possible Flavors Recipe

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Author: anna
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Approximately 84 small cookies, 42 medium cookies, or 21 large cookies 1x
Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Learn how to make one cookie dough with seven possible flavors to satisfy all tastes. From classic chocolate chip to indulgent white chocolate macadamia nut, these cookies are sure to please everyone.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the 1 and 1/2 cups butter and sugars until well combined. Beat in the eggs and vanilla.
With the mixer on low speed, beat in the flour, baking soda and salt until combined.
Follow directions for how many different cookie flavors you would like to bake to get the correct mix-in measurements based on the number of flavors to equally divided dough ratios. Stir together cookie dough and mix-ins until well combined.
For all 7 cookie flavors, divide the dough base evenly into seven bowls (1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon per bowl). Then mix one flavor’s mix-ins into each bowl.
Use a cookie scoop and scoop dough onto the parchment-lined cookie sheets a few inches apart. For small cookies, scoop 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie (84 small cookies). For medium cookies, scoop 2 tablespoons dough per cookie (42 medium cookies). For large cookies, scoop 3 tablespoons dough per cookie (21 large cookies).
Garnish each cookie dough scoop with additional toppings for that flavor, if desired.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, rotating cookie sheets halfway through, until cookies are starting to crisp around the edges and are just set on top. Try not to over-bake them if you want them to be chewy.
Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to let cool completely.

Notes

Experiment with other mix-ins or create your own unique flavors!
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: Approximately 120 calories
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

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