Ingredients and Weight:
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 1 large egg yolk (about 20 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between cookies for spreading.
- Flatten the cookies slightly with a fork to create the lace-like pattern.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 90 calories per cookie (based on the given ingredients)
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and flavorful cookies with a lace-like pattern on top.
- Vanilla flavor enhances the taste for Americans.
- Easy to make at home with ingredients available in most supermarkets.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so pretty! The lace-like pattern is unique and adds a special touch."
- "The cookies are crispy and have a great vanilla flavor. They're perfect for afternoon tea."
- "I love baking these cookies during the holidays. They're a great addition to my cookie tray."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature butter for creaming with the sugar. This will ensure a smoother mixture.
- When flattening the cookies with a fork, apply light pressure to create the pattern without breaking the cookies.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are slightly golden to ensure they are crispy and well-cooked.
