Cook Time: 7 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Yield: 40-50 wafers
Category: Breads
Description: These Nut Lace Wafers are not only simple to prepare but also delightful in taste, drawing inspiration from my cherished cookbook, 500 Fabulous Cakes and Bakes. The act of baking is my solace, especially on low days; the mixing, kneading, and enchanting aromas are the ultimate remedy for the blues.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 2 ½ cups |
| Plain flour | 2 cups |
| Caster sugar | 1 ½ cups |
| Vanilla essence | 3 ½ tsp |
| Optional: Chopped nuts | 30 g (for texture and flavor) |
| Salt | 2 ½ tsp |
| Baking powder | 5 tsp |
Nutritional Information (per wafer)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 37.6 kcal |
| Total Fat | 2.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Cholesterol | 4.1 mg |
| Sodium | 9 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 3.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 2.6 g |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
Instructions
- Begin by melting the butter in a saucepan over low heat, allowing it to become beautifully liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the remaining ingredients, stirring until you achieve a smooth, consistent batter.
- Using a spoon, drop small circles of batter onto greased baking sheets, ensuring each is spaced about 6 cm apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (190°C) and bake the wafers for approximately 5 minutes or until they turn a lovely golden hue.
- Once baked, allow them to cool on the tray until they are just stiff enough to be handled, then carefully remove them using a palette knife.
- Finally, transfer the wafers to a wire rack to cool completely, where they will become crisp and delicious.
These wafers are perfect for sharing, yet they might just become your new favorite indulgence to enjoy solo. Happy baking!