Vanilla Dreams
Delight your senses with "Vanilla Dreams," a heavenly cookie recipe that combines a tender, buttery texture with the warm, comforting aroma of pure vanilla. These soft, melt-in-your-mouth treats are enhanced by the addition of cornstarch for a delicate crumb and a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Perfectly golden in just 12 minutes, these easy-to-make cookies are a dream for holidays, teatime, or simply indulging your sweet tooth. With minimal prep time and ingredients like fluffy butter, fragrant vanilla extract, and a touch of baking magic, Vanilla Dreams are your go-to treat for crowd-pleasing, homemade bliss.
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Ingredients
- 225 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 280 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 30 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Step 3
Add the vanilla extract and egg to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until fully combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a smooth dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, portion dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Gently flatten each dough ball slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just set and the tops appear matte. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft.
Step 9
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Once fully cooled, dust the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch. Serve and enjoy your Vanilla Dreams!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (769.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3529.0 |
| Total Fat 203.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 115.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 717.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1186.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 411.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 181.5g | |
| Protein 37.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 113.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 432.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories