Vanilla Rolled Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These vanilla rolled cookies are my go to treat when I want something sweet without spending hours in the kitchen. With just forty minutes from start to finish, they're perfect for busy weeknights or unexpected guests. The best part is how simple they are to make using ingredients you probably already have at home. Eggs provide wonderful protein to keep you satisfied, and the pure vanilla extract gives each bite such a lovely, authentic flavor. I love dusting them with confectioner's sugar and adding colorful sprinkles for a little extra fun. Trust me, once you make these, they'll become a regular favorite in your baking rotation.
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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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