French Lace Cookies
Delightfully delicate and crisp, French Lace Cookies are a stunning treat that’s as elegant as they are delicious. These wafer-thin cookies are made with a rich blend of buttery caramel, finely chopped almonds, and a hint of vanilla, creating a toasty, nutty flavor that melts in your mouth. The batter spreads and bubbles in the oven, forming the signature lace-like texture that gives these cookies their name. Perfect for serving with coffee, tea, or even as a light dessert garnish, these cookies are surprisingly easy to make with just a handful of pantry staples like brown sugar, corn syrup, and all-purpose flour. Whether you’re baking for the holidays or elevating an everyday treat, French Lace Cookies are a timeless recipe that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup finely chopped almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and corn syrup. Stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the all-purpose flour, finely chopped almonds, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
Step 4
Using a teaspoon, scoop small amounts of the batter and drop them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches of space between each cookie as they will spread significantly during baking.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and lacy in texture. Keep a close eye on them as they can burn quickly.
Step 6
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool slightly on the sheets for about 2 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 7
Once cooled, the cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (259.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1011.8 |
| Total Fat 19.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 326.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 209.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 180.3g | |
| Protein 11.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 167.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 430.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories