Vanilla Rolled Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Vanilla Rolled Cookies are delightful treats made with all purpose flour, butter, eggs and pure vanilla extract, combined with sugar and baking powder to create a light, fluffy texture. This straightforward recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to bake, making it ideal for anyone seeking a quick baking project. The cookies can be finished with a dusting of confectioner's sugar and optional coloured sprinkles for extra appeal.
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Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 2large eggs
- 5 mLpure vanilla extract
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 20 gconfectioner's sugar
- 20 mLvegetable oil
- 20colored sprinkles (optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: Use a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
- 2
Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 5
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
Tip: Use a stand mixer or a wooden spoon for this step.
- 6
Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
Tip: Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to shape the dough.
- 7
Roll each ball into a long rope and wrap it into a spiral shape.
Tip: Apply gentle pressure to form a tight spiral.
- 8
Place the rolled cookies on the prepared baking tray, leaving about 2 cm of space between each cookie.
Tip: If using sprinkles, press them gently onto the cookies before baking.
- 9
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the cookies during the last 2 minutes of baking.
- 10
Let the cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: If using confectioner's sugar, dust the cookies while still warm.
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