Description
These Sparkling Vanilla Cookies are easy to make, festive, and delicious, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Edible glitter or sanding sugar for decoration
- Milk (for the glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and the egg; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Let the cookies cool before adding a glossy glaze if desired.
- Sprinkle with edible glitter to finish and serve.
Notes
For a variation, consider adding citrus zest or mini chocolate chips to the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg