Ingredients and Weight:
- Plain flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 1 cup (225 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Eggs: 2 large
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Walnuts or almonds, chopped: 1/2 cup (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 15-20 minutes
- Total: 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts or almonds (if using).
- Drop the cookie dough by spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 250 calories.
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies have a rich, cinnamon flavor with a slight crunch from the nuts (if added).
- The cookies are perfect for any time of day, especially with coffee or tea.
- They are easy to make and can be customized with different types of nuts or even chocolate chips.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The cinnamon flavor is perfect."
- "I added chocolate chips to these cookies and they were a hit!"
- "These cookies are a great way to start the day with a cup of coffee."
- "The texture of these cookies is just right, not too soft and not too hard."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature butter for creaming with the sugar. This will ensure a smoother mixture.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they will become hard if overcooked. Check them after 15 minutes and adjust the baking time accordingly.
- For best results, use fresh ingredients from the supermarket.
