President Monroe's Waverly Jumbles Authentic Recipe

Step back in time with President Monroe's Waverly Jumbles, an authentic recipe that brings historic charm to your kitchen. These soft, subtly spiced cookies are made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, eggs, and a hint of ground nutmeg, perfectly balanced by the delicate tang of cream of tartar. With a tender texture and golden edges, these old-fashioned treats are easy to prepare and bake in just 12 minutes, making them an ideal choice for a quick yet elegant dessert or snack. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness, they pair beautifully with tea or coffee. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply a lover of classic baked goods, these jumbles are a delightful nod to 19th-century culinary tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 2 Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and nutmeg.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 6

Using a spoon or your hands, scoop small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon) and roll into balls.

Step 7

Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.

Step 8

Lightly press down each ball with the bottom of a glass or your palm to flatten slightly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden but the centers are still soft.

Step 10

Remove the jumbles from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optional: Once cooled, lightly dust the jumbles with powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(863.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3214.5

Total Fat 111.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 625.5mg	0%
Sodium 1443.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 512.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 235.2g
Protein 52.2g	0%

Vitamin D 102.2IU	0%
Calcium 190.4mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 1128.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 62.9%