Indulge in the delicate, crispy perfection of these classic Lace Cookies—a treat that's as elegant as it is easy to make! With their buttery, caramelized flavor and ultra-thin, lacy texture, these cookies are a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Made with a simple yet decadent blend of unsalted butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and a touch of light corn syrup, the batter comes together quickly with a handful of pantry staples like flour, vanilla, and salt. Perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers, these cookies bake in just 6-8 minutes, spreading to form golden, intricate designs that are irresistibly crisp. Serve them plain, shape them into decorative molds, or use them to sandwich melted chocolate for an extra indulgent touch. Whether as a holiday dessert or an elegant tea-time treat, this batch of 24 delicate cookies is guaranteed to impress!
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Stir in the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and light corn syrup until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, salt, and milk until fully combined into a smooth batter.
Let the batter cool slightly to thicken for about 5 minutes.
Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, drop small portions of the batter onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced at least 3 inches apart as the cookies will spread significantly while baking.
Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the trays for 2-3 minutes. They will be soft out of the oven but will firm up as they cool.
Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, shape them into rounds or molds while they're warm for decorative designs.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Serving size | (436.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1894.3 |
Total Fat 98.0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 56.9g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 252.9mg | 0% |
Sodium 661.7mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 268.2g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
Total Sugars 230.2g | |
Protein 7.0g | 0% |
Vitamin D 13.0IU | 0% |
Calcium 162.3mg | 0% |
Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
Potassium 320.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories