Washboard Cookies
Delightfully simple yet irresistibly nostalgic, Washboard Cookies are a timeless treat that will transport your taste buds back to the comfort of home baking. These buttery, soft cookies feature a delicate balance of sweetness from granulated and brown sugar, complemented by the warmth of vanilla. With their signature ridged design—achieved by gently pressing the dough with a fork—they not only look charming but also offer a perfectly tender texture that melts in your mouth. Ready in just 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for spontaneous sweet cravings or as a beautiful addition to your dessert table. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or shared at gatherings, Washboard Cookies are a must-try for lovers of classic, crowd-pleasing treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 units large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Using the tines of a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to flatten it slightly and create a ridged 'washboard' pattern.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should remain slightly soft.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to rest for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.5 g | 298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3078 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 578.0 g | 210% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 298.8 g | ||
| Protein | 50.1 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 699 mg | 15% | |
*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.
