Description
These spring cookies are light and refreshing, perfect for the season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- If desired, fold in chopped nuts and dried fruit.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Can be decorated with icing for a festive touch.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: spring cookies, seasonal cookies, dessert recipes