Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sprinkles
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
12-15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the melted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle the sprinkles and chopped nuts over the dough, if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before flipping the pan upside down onto a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 200 per cookie
- Total Fat: 10g (15%)
- Saturated Fat: 6g (30%)
- Cholesterol: 50mg (17%)
- Sodium: 120mg (5%)
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g (9%)
- Dietary Fiber: 1g (4%)
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and chewy cookies with a sweet and buttery flavor
- Festive and colorful appearance
- Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or as a dessert
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly!"
- "I love the upside-down presentation. It's such a fun and unique way to serve cookies."
- "The combination of sprinkles and chopped nuts adds a delicious crunch and sweetness."
- "These cookies are a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. I always get compliments when I make them."
- "I like to add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of my cookie. It's the perfect way to enjoy a sweet treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to grease and flour the baking pan well to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- If you don't have sprinkles, you can substitute chopped candies, nuts, or dried fruit.
- Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before flipping the pan upside down. This will help prevent the cookies from breaking.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
