Description
Classic homemade vanilla wafers, crisp and golden with a sweet vanilla flavor. Perfect for snacking or using in desserts like banana pudding.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth texture for the dough.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly, combining all wet ingredients evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed wet ingredients and mix well until a smooth dough forms.
- Form Cookies: Drop teaspoonfuls of the dough about 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets, shaping each into a small round mound.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Do not grease the baking sheets to allow the edges to become crispy.
- For even baking, space cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Use a wire rack to cool cookies to avoid sogginess.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
