Sandcookies Basic Recipe
Discover the buttery perfection of our Sandcookies Basic Recipe—an easy-to-follow treat that melts in your mouth with every bite! These cookies are made with a simple blend of pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and cornstarch, giving them an irresistibly soft and crumbly texture that lives up to their name. The recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time, making it a quick go-to for busy bakers. With a hint of vanilla and a touch of salt to balance the sweetness, these sand cookies are as flavorful as they are delicate. Perfect for tea time or a midday snack, this recipe yields 24 delectable cookies that keep well for up to five days. Bake a batch today and savor the nostalgia of this timeless classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Scoop out tablespoons of dough and roll them into small balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each.
Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork or the palm of your hand to create a uniform thickness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.6 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.4 g | 577% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 181 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 336.9 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*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.
