Welcome to a recipe that bridges cultures and languages, offering you the perfect way to bake classic cookies that are both crunchy on the outside and delightfully chewy inside. Made with a mix of half-salt and sweet butter, and a unique combination of sugars, these cookies promise a depth of flavor and texture that's hard to resist.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies are a testament to the beauty of baking, combining simple ingredients to create a treat that's perfect for any occasion. The use of two types of butter and a special blend of sugars gives these cookies a rich, caramel-like sweetness balanced with just the right touch of saltiness. The addition of cornstarch and a pinch of baking soda ensures they have the perfect texture.
Perfect Occasion: Whether you're looking to add a special touch to a tea party, seeking a comforting snack for a movie night, or wanting to impress at a bake sale, these cookies are your go-to recipe. They're also a wonderful way to introduce the joy of baking to friends and family, offering a simple yet satisfying baking experience.
Decoration Tips: These cookies are delightful on their own, but for an extra special touch, you can add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit to the dough before baking. After baking, drizzle them with melted chocolate or a simple icing for a decorative finish. Serve them on a beautiful platter to make them even more inviting.
- Ingredients:
- 380g of all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 150g of brown sugar (vergeoise)
- 50g of granulated sugar
- 115g of semi-salted butter
- 115g of unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon of cornflour
- 1 pinch of baking soda
- Directions:
- Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature for cookies, typically around 180°C (350°F).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornflour, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, cream both types of butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time into the butter and sugar mixture.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Optional: Fold in any additional ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each for the cookies to expand.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, typically about 10-12 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these wonderfully balanced cookies that blend crunchiness with a chewy center, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Enjoy!
