These homemade milk cookies are soft, mildly sweet, and perfect for tea-time. Made with simple pantry ingredients like milk, eggs, and sugar, they have a light texture and comforting homemade flavor. Easy to prepare and beginner-friendly, these cookies are ideal for everyday snacking and taste wonderful with tea or coffee. Since they are made at home, they are fresh, preservative-free, and loved by both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- Sugar – 1 cup (200 g)
- Eggs – 2
- Vegetable oil – 1/2 cup (100 ml)
- Milk – 1/3 cup (80 ml)
- Refined flour (maida) – 4¼ cups (500 g)
- Baking powder – 1 tsp
- Salt – 1/4 tsp
Preparation Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add vegetable oil and milk, then mix well until everything is fully combined.
- In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and mix to form a soft dough.
- Take small portions of dough, roll them into balls, and gently flatten them into cookie shapes.
- Arrange the cookies on the baking tray, leaving a little space between each one.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges turn light golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely. They will become slightly firmer as they cool.
Health Benefits
- Milk adds calcium and supports bone health.
- Eggs provide protein and help in building body strength.
- Homemade cookies contain fewer preservatives compared to store-bought ones.
- Oil-based cookies stay soft and fresh for longer.
Tips
- If the dough feels sticky, rest it for 15–20 minutes before shaping.
- Do not overbake; cookies may become dry and hard.
- For extra flavor, you can add a few drops of vanilla essence if available.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft.