Bordeaux Cookies Recipe
Bordeaux cookies Recipe are a favourite for many people. They are crispy and buttery. You can enjoy them at family gatherings or with tea.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cooling racks
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop small portions of dough onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to cooling racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easy mixing and better texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough to keep the cookies light and crumbly.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for more uniform cookies.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie before baking for a salty-sweet taste.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crispy.