Old Fashioned Vanilla Wafers
Sweet, buttery, and delightfully crisp, these Old Fashioned Vanilla Wafers are a nostalgic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, pure vanilla extract, and creamy unsalted butter, this homemade recipe captures the golden charm of classic vanilla wafers with none of the preservatives found in store-bought options. The dough is piped into delicate, bite-sized rounds and baked to a light golden brown, offering the perfect balance of crunch and softness. Ready in under 30 minutes, these wafers are not only a delicious standalone snack but also a versatile addition to favorite desserts like banana pudding or ice cream sundaes. Whether you’re whipping up a batch for after-school treats or planning to layer them into your next dessert masterpiece, their comforting, homemade flavor is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons Whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the pure vanilla extract and milk until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a round tip (or simply use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off). Pipe teaspoon-sized mounds onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the wafers are golden brown.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the wafers to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, store the vanilla wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy as a snack or in your favorite desserts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.8 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.8 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 761 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 991 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.8 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*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.
