Original Girl Scout Cookies
Indulge in a nostalgic treat with these classic Original Girl Scout Cookies, a timeless recipe that brings buttery, vanilla-scented perfection to your kitchen. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and a hint of vanilla extract, these cookies are delicately crisp yet melt-in-your-mouth tender. With an easy prep time of just 20 minutes and a satisfying yield of 24 cookies, this recipe is perfect for bake sales, afternoon tea, or as a homemade gift. The dough rolls out effortlessly, allowing you to create flawlessly round cookies with a beautiful golden edge. Serve them with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage for an irresistible homemade treat reminiscent of the beloved originals. Whether you're harnessing the nostalgia or discovering them for the first time, these iconic cookies are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients in batches, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Lightly flour a clean work surface and roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (approximately 2 inches in diameter) to cut out cookies.
Transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.8 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 346 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 1762 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 387.7 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 395 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.
