Introducing Heidesand, my famous sugar cookies that are an absolute crowd-pleaser, disappearing faster than you can say “yum!” Whether it’s a bustling day at work, a cozy church gathering, or any other occasion, these delectable treats never fail to impress. 🍪🌟
I first discovered this cherished recipe back in my high school days, during a German class of all places! Since then, these cookies have become a beloved tradition, making their way onto my baking roster year after year. They’ve even earned me the coveted blue ribbon at the local county fair – talk about a sweet victory! 💙🏆
Now, let’s dive into the culinary magic behind these irresistible delights:
Heidesand (My Famous Sugar Cookies)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 3 dozen cookies
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter (or margarine) with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, creating a creamy base for your cookies.
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Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, blending until smooth and well combined, infusing the dough with rich flavor.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt, ensuring even distribution of leavening agents and flavor enhancers throughout the dough.
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Incorporate Flour Mixture: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, stirring until all the ingredients are fully incorporated, creating a cohesive dough that’s ready to be transformed into delightful cookies.
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Form Dough into Balls: Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, ensuring uniformity in size for even baking. If the dough is too soft to handle, refrigerate it for a few hours to firm up before proceeding.
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Roll in Sugar: Roll each ball of dough in your choice of sugar, whether it’s classic granulated sugar for a simple finish or vibrant colored sugar for a festive touch, coating the exterior of the cookies for a sweet crunch.
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Flatten and Arrange: Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking. Gently flatten the dough balls with your hand or the back of a spoon to create the desired thickness.
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Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), then bake the cookies for 10-15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown around the edges, signaling that they are perfectly baked and ready to be enjoyed.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the freshly baked Heidesand cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, serve these irresistible treats to eager friends and family, or savor them all to yourself (no judgment here!).
With their delicate crunch, buttery richness, and irresistible sweetness, these Heidesand sugar cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection, just as they have in mine. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these delectable delights and spread joy with every bite! 🌟🍪
