Description
Sweet memories unfold with these nostalgic icebox delight cookies, blending classic comfort and simple charm. Crisp edges and buttery centers promise a delightful journey you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Flour and Leavening Agents:
- 2¼ cups (540 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing vessel, creating a uniform dry foundation for the cookies.
- Utilize an electric mixer to transform softened butter and granulated sugar into a billowy, aerated mixture that serves as the cookie’s rich base.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the creamed butter-sugar blend, stirring minimally to maintain the dough’s delicate texture.
- Partition the dough into two symmetrical logs, each measuring roughly 2 inches in diameter. Optional: Roll the exterior in additional granulated sugar for enhanced sweetness and crunch.
- Encase each dough log meticulously in plastic wrap, then nestle in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing flavors to meld and structure to solidify.
- Ignite the oven to 375°F (190°C), preparing a pristine parchment-lined baking sheet for the upcoming cookie transformation.
- Extract chilled logs and slice into precise 1/4-inch rounds, arranging them with calculated spacing on the prepared baking surface.
- Slide the cookie-laden tray into the heated oven, monitoring for a delicate golden-edged transformation during the 10-12 minute baking interval.
- Permit the freshly baked cookies to rest momentarily on the hot tray, then transition them to a cooling rack, where they’ll achieve their final crisp-yet-tender consistency.
Notes
- Chill out and let these cookies develop rich, buttery flavors by refrigerating the dough overnight, which helps intensify their taste and texture.
- Precision matters when slicing the dough logs, keeping each cookie uniform at 1/4 inch thick ensures even baking and a professional-looking result.
- Rolling the dough logs in extra sugar creates a delightful sparkly crust and adds a subtle crunch to the cookie’s exterior.
- Watch the edges closely during baking; golden-brown tips indicate the perfect moment to remove cookies from the oven for a crisp yet tender bite.
- Use parchment paper for effortless cookie removal and minimal cleanup, preventing any potential sticking or burning.
- Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, maintaining their delectable freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (not including refrigeration)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes (per batch)
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 131
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg