This recipe offers a delightful, old-fashioned treat that's both simple to prepare and delicious. These cookies are characterized by their soft, slightly crumbly texture and subtle sweetness, making them a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee.These cookies reflect the Amish emphasis on homemade, comforting foods. While Amish cuisine is part of American culinary traditions, it stands out for its focus on preserving old-world cooking methods and recipes passed down through generations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter (Softened)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs (Beaten)
- 1 cup Confectioner's sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla
- ¾ tsp Cream of tartar
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 cup Oil
- 4½ cups Flour
Instructions
- Cream the butter and the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs.
- Next beat in the confectioner's sugar, vanilla, cream of tartar and salt.
- Next beat in the oil and flour and beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Cover and refrigerate the dough for 2 hours or until the dough is cold.
- With a rounded tablespoon, roll the dough into cooky sized balls.
- Place the balls 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets.
- Flatten the balls with the bottom of a glass that has been oiled and dipped in sugar.
- Bake each baking sheet in a 350℉ oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Cool the cookies on wire racks.
Tips
To reduce calories and saturated fat:
- Use a butter substitute: Opt for a plant-based butter alternative.
- Reduce sugar: Cut down on both granulated and confectioner's sugar or use sugar substitutes.
- Use whole wheat flour: Replace half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added fiber.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 48mgSugar: 5g
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