Delicious Waffle Cookies To Make Today
These waffle cookies give you the tastiest blend of a golden, crunchy exterior with a vanilla, cookie taste. Easily decorated with powdered sugar they’re a tasty dessert any time of day.
Ingredients
For the dough:
- ½ cup butter at room temperature
- ¾ cup sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter with the sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for a few minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, beating well after addition until fully incorporated.
- Sift in the flour, salt, and baking powder into the same bowl. Mix until all ingredients are well combined. Let the dough rest for a few minutes.
Cooking:
- Preheat the waffle iron to medium-high heat.
- Once hot, place a small portion of dough in the waffle iron (about 1 tablespoon per cookie) to make small, uniform cookies.
- Cook for approximately 2 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookie is cooked through. Carefully remove the waffle cookies and place them on a wire rack to cool. As they cool, the cookies will harden and become crisp on the outside.
Decoration:
- Dust the waffle cookies with powdered sugar or decorate as desired.
Notes
- Butter Temperature: Make sure the butter is at room temperature to ensure it creams properly with the sugars. This will help achieve a lighter texture in the cookies.
- Resting the Dough: Letting the dough rest for a few minutes allows the flour to hydrate fully, which can result in a better texture when cooked.
- Portion Size: Using 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie results in small, bite-sized waffle cookies. If you prefer larger cookies, you can increase the portion size, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Storage: These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container for a few days. If they lose their crispness, you can reheat them in the waffle iron for a few seconds to refresh their texture.
- Fully Preheat: Always allow the waffle maker to fully preheat before adding the dough. Most electric waffle makers have an indicator light that signals when they’re ready. Preheating ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
- Avoid Overfilling: Place the dough in the center of the waffle maker plates, and avoid overfilling, as the dough will spread during cooking.
- Monitor the First Batch: Electric waffle makers can vary in power, so monitor the first batch closely to determine the ideal cooking time. Generally, it takes about 2 minutes per batch, but this can vary depending on your specific appliance.
- Check for Doneness: The waffle cookies are done when they are golden brown and slightly firm to the touch. If your waffle maker doesn’t have an indicator light for doneness, open the lid carefully to check.
Nutrition
Calories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 82mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 110IUCalcium: 13mgIron: 0.4mg
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