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Basic Icebox Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
FOR THE COOKIE
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
OPTIONAL MIX-INS
1 c. chopped nuts, such as almonds, pecans, or pistachios
1 c. chopped chocolate (5 oz.)
1 c. chopped toffee
1 c. chopped pretzels
1/2 c. dried fruit
1/2 c. toasted coconut
1/2 c. chopped candy canes
1/4 c. cocoa powder
2 tbsp. sprinkles
1 tsp. instant espresso
1 tsp. spices, such as ground cinnamon or cardamom
Directions:
Directions:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl using a hand mixer (or in the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment), beat butter and sugar together. Add egg and beat until incorporated, then add vanilla.

Add dry ingredients and beat until just combined. Add any desired mix-ins and beat until just combined.

Place dough on a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a log 2” thick. Refrigerate until well chilled, at least 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350°. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a sharp knife, cut cookies ½” thick and place on prepared pans.

Bake until set around the edges and lightly golden, 14 minutes.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
32
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
20 min

 

 

 

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