Gold Drops
Irresistibly buttery and delicately sweet, these "Gold Drops" cookies are a simple yet elegant treat perfect for any occasion. Made with a handful of pantry staples like creamy unsalted butter, rich egg yolks, and pure vanilla extract, these melt-in-your-mouth delights are elevated with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of extra sweetness and sophistication. With a golden color and tender texture, these cookies bake to perfection in just 12 minutes, making them an ideal choice for quick dessert cravings or an afternoon tea. Whether you’re baking for a festive gathering or treating yourself, Gold Drops deliver timeless flavor in every bite. Don't forget to store them in an airtight container to savor their freshness all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 20 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer set to medium speed.
Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the pure vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix to keep the cookies tender.
Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are a pale golden color. Be careful not to overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, lightly dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative and sweet finish.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.4 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 619 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 850 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.3 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 224 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
