Easy Drop Butter Cookies Recipe

If there’s one cookie recipe I reach for when time is tight and cravings are high, it’s this drop butter cookie recipe. Just a handful of pantry staples, one bowl, and no rolling or chilling. These little golden rounds come out with a soft, tender center and slightly crisp edges the kind of treat that disappears faster than you think. As a chef who has tested countless cookies, I can say these are one of the simplest and most forgiving you’ll ever bake.

Why You’ll Love These Drop Butter Cookies

This recipe hits all the sweet spots: easy prep, rich flavor, and the kind of cookie that works for everything from a last minute bake sale to a cozy evening treat. I personally love baking these when I’m craving something buttery without the hassle of cookie cutters or chilling dough.

Quick and easy: Ready in under 30 minutes from start to finish.
No fancy equipment: Just a bowl, a mixer, and a spoon.
Classic flavor: Buttery with just the right hint of vanilla.
Customizable: Add spices or toppings to make them your own.
Perfect texture: Lightly golden edges with a soft, chewy center.

And the best part? No stress. These cookies are nearly impossible to mess up something every home baker can appreciate.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Everything in this recipe is easy to find and likely already in your kitchen. The combination gives you that soft, buttery cookie with balanced sweetness.