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**Instructions:**
1. **Preheat the Oven**: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. **Mix Wet Ingredients**: In a bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. **Combine Dry Ingredients**: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. **Create the Dough**: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Fold in any optional add-ins.
5. **Shape the Cookies**: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. **Bake**: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
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### Tips for Perfect Butter-Free Cookies
– **Chill the Dough**: If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for 30 minutes before baking.
– **Experiment with Flavors**: Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra twist.
– **Use High-Quality Oil**: The flavor of the oil can influence the taste, so choose one you enjoy.
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### Why You’ll Love These Cookies
– **Light Texture**: They’re airy and soft, with just the right amount of crumble.
– **Customizable**: From chocolate chips to zesty lemon, the possibilities are endless.
– **Guilt-Free Indulgence**: Lower in fat but just as satisfying.
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Skip the butter without skipping the joy of cookies! These **butter-free cookies** are proof that you can have your treats and eat them too—healthily and deliciously. 🌟🍪
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