You Can't Eat Just One Ice Box Cookies

Delightfully crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, "You Can't Eat Just One Ice Box Cookies" truly live up to their name. These classic slice-and-bake cookies combine the richness of butter, the sweetness of granulated and brown sugar, and the warm aroma of vanilla in every bite. Perfectly customizable with optional add-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips, they're a versatile treat for any occasion. The dough is refrigerated before slicing, allowing you to prepare these cookies ahead of time and bake them fresh whenever the craving strikes. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a short 10-minute bake, these buttery, golden cookies are effortless to make and impossible to resist. Enjoy them as an afternoon snack, holiday favorite, or gift-worthy treat that will have everyone reaching for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 unit Large egg
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Optional: chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the vanilla extract and egg to the creamed mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

If using chopped nuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the dough.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap the logs tightly in plastic wrap.

Step 7

Refrigerate the dough logs for at least 2 hours, or until firm. For best results, chill overnight.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.

Step 9

Slice the chilled dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to maintain a tender texture.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1138.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5508.5

Total Fat 336.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 136.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 702.7mg	0%
Sodium 1360.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 580.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.2g	0%
Total Sugars 309.5g
Protein 82.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 433.8mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 1660.0mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 40.9%