Slice and Bake Cookies
These delightful slice and bake cookies are customizable with various mix-ins, perfect for busy bakers who want homemade goodness without the fuss.
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
- 125 g butter (softened) Use unsalted butter for best results.
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed tightly.
- 1 egg Large egg at room temperature.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups plain flour Sifted for best texture.
- 2 Tbsp cornflour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Mix-ins (optional)
- chocolate chips, dried fruits, nuts, or spices Choose according to your flavor preferences.
Instructions
Preparation
- In your stand mixer or a big bowl, whip butter and both sugars together on high speed until it’s light and fluffy.
- Toss in the egg and vanilla; mix until it’s all combined.
- Add flour, cornflour, baking powder, and salt, then mix on low speed carefully.
- Fold in your chosen mix-ins.
- Split the dough in half, roll each half into a log of about 20 cm long, wrap it in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F.
- Slice the chilled rolls into 1 cm thick cookies and lay them out on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let them cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to a week. You can freeze the dough for up to three months.