Creating your Blueberry Cookies is simple if you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Extracts: Beat in the egg, followed by the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using), until well combined.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Gently Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold in the blueberries, being cautious not to smash them.
7. Add Oats (Optional): If you’re using oats, gently fold them into the mixture for added texture.
8. Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie as they will spread while baking.
9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Follow these steps, and you’ll have an amazing batch of Blueberry Cookies ready to be enjoyed!