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Cornbread Cookies

Cornbread Cookies
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Cornbread Cookies offer a delightful twist on classic cookies by combining the warm, comforting flavor of cornbread with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. These easy-to-bake cookies provide a unique sweet and tender crumb, making them perfect for snacks, desserts, or alongside tea and coffee. Ideal for bakers of all skill levels, they deliver a subtly sweet treat that’s both nostalgic and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup milk

Instructions

  1. Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Measure out all your ingredients accurately and let the butter soften at room temperature to ensure even mixing and a smooth dough.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the baking powder.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer or hand whisk, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, forming the base for tender cookies.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, followed by vanilla extract and milk to add moisture and enhance the sweet aroma.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Slowly fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender cookie texture.
  6. Scoop and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Notes

  • Soft Butter is Key: Use softened butter (not melted) for ideal dough consistency.
  • Don’t Overmix: Stir ingredients until just combined to keep cookies tender.
  • Use Fresh Cornmeal: Fresh cornmeal ensures better flavor and texture.
  • Watch the Oven: Begin checking cookies at 12 minutes to prevent overbaking.
  • Cooling Matters: Cool cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to keep them soft.

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