Easy Mother’s Day Cookies
Delightful melt-in-your-mouth cookies, perfect for expressing love on Mother’s Day.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Using real butter results in better flavor.
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar Adds a delightful texture.
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Decoration
- ½ cup pastel sprinkles or colored sugar For coating the cookies.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined, creating a smooth batter.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each ball with pastel sprinkles.
Baking
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For extended freshness, refrigerate or freeze the cookies as desired. Consider serving with coffee or ice cream.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 30mgSugar: 8g
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