How do I make my cookies more flat?

[Dante White]

How come when I make my cookies, they puff up like southern biscuits. the taste is ok but the shape is annoying...

 

[DenLach]

Double check to make sure you are using baking soda and not baking powder (as used in southern biscuits). Generally its a blend of oils/butter and the baking soda. Baking Powder gives the rise and baking soda flattens. However, Too much of either butter/oils and/or baking soda will sometimes produce a large unwanted cookie spread. Not sure if this helps or not. Its based on what recipe you are using but just sharing a thought to re-check the recipe.

 

[Dante White]

hmm ok well ill definitely give it a try, and post my results.