Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Confectioners' sugar for decorating (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes per batch
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, decorate the cookies with confectioners' sugar.
Nutritional Information:
(Per cookie, assuming 8 cookies per recipe): Calories: 173, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and sweet cookies with a hint of vanilla flavor.
- Ideal for any time of day, especially for dessert or as a snack.
- The cookies are sugary and soft in the middle with crispy edges.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are fantastic! They are just like the ones I had at the hotel." - John Doe
- "The perfect balance of sweet and crispy. My family loved them!" - Jane Smith
- "These cookies are addictive! I can't stop eating them!" - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter and not melted butter for the best results.
- Handle the dough gently to avoid overworking it, which can result in tough cookies.
- Bake the cookies until they are just golden brown around the edges to ensure they are crispy and not undercooked.
