Native American Feast Day Cookies
Bring a taste of tradition to your kitchen with these delightful Native American Feast Day Cookies, a celebration of heritage and flavor. Made with a wholesome base of yellow cornmeal, these cookies boast a tender, crumbly texture and a subtly sweet, buttery flavor that pairs perfectly with their golden hue. Infused with the warmth of pure vanilla and a touch of milk for a cohesive dough, these cookies are lightly flattened before baking to golden perfection. Simple yet meaningful, they embody the rich culinary traditions of Native American communities. Perfect for festive gatherings or everyday treats, these cornmeal cookies are a must-try for anyone looking to explore authentic, traditional desserts.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups yellow cornmeal
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until evenly combined.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a crumbly dough forms.
Step 5
Add the 2 tablespoons of milk to the dough and mix until it comes together into a cohesive and slightly sticky texture.
Step 6
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball.
Step 7
Lightly flatten each dough ball with the back of a spoon or the palm of your hand.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Enjoy these traditional cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1004.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3986.8 |
| Total Fat 168.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 96.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 762.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1870.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 582.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 203.8g | |
| Protein 54.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 93.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 160.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 844.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories