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Slice and Bake Cookies

Slice and Bake Cookies: Buttery Treats You’ll Love to Make

A simple and delicious recipe for Slice and Bake Cookies that combines crispy edges with a tender center, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips optional
  • sprinkles optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Sharp Knife
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips or other mix-ins.
  6. Divide the dough into two logs, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch rounds and arrange them on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Unbaked logs can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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