Vanilla Dream Cookies are soft, buttery cookies with a delicate vanilla flavor. They typically have a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them a favorite treat for anyone who loves simple, classic cookies. Here’s a recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (optional, for extra soft cookies)
- Extra powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch (if using). Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft but manageable.
- Form cookies: Roll dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently press each cookie ball with the back of a spoon or your fingers to flatten slightly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. The centers may still appear slightly soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional finishing touch: Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Enjoy your soft and dreamy vanilla cookies! These cookies pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.
