Tender Meltaways
Delightfully soft and buttery, Tender Meltaways are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers seeking a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Made with a simple yet irresistible blend of unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla, these cookies feature a light, crumbly texture thanks to a combination of cornstarch and flour. Each bite is a whisper of sweetness, perfectly complemented by a generous coating of powdered sugar for a snowy, elegant finish. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies bake to perfection in under 12 minutes, making them an easy go-to for holidays, afternoon tea, or anytime you crave a tender indulgence. Perfectly portioned into bite-sized treats, this recipe yields 24 cookies that store beautifully in an airtight container. Whether you serve them after dinner or gift them during festive celebrations, Tender Meltaways are guaranteed to impress with their delicate flavor and texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams unsalted butter
- 60 grams powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 60 grams cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 100 grams powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and 60 grams of powdered sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract to the creamed butter and mix briefly to combine.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, portion the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll them gently between your palms to form smooth spheres.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. They will spread slightly while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to maintain their tender texture.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are completely cool, gently toss them in the additional 100 grams of powdered sugar to coat generously.
Store the Tender Meltaways in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.6 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.4 g | 577% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 1225 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.3 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 340 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.
