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mother's day Cake Batter Meltaway Cookies

Mother's Day Cake Batter Meltaway Cookies for Sweet Memories

Delightful Mother's Day Cake Batter Meltaway Cookies that are quick to make and melt in your mouth, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar No direct substitution recommended.
  • 1 large Egg Use flax egg or 1/4 cup applesauce for egg-free version.
  • 1 tbsp Cake Batter Flavor Can substitute with vanilla extract.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder No substitutions are needed.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1-3 tsp Water Adjusts dough consistency, optional.
  • 1 cup Sprinkles Use any baking-friendly sprinkles.
For the Vanilla Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Butter Adds flavor and richness to the icing.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Shortening Omit if desired.
  • 2-4 tbsp Milk Can substitute with almond milk or any dairy-free milk.
  • 1 tsp Clear Vanilla Extract Regular vanilla can be used.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Cookie Cutters
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened salted butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and cake batter flavor, mixing until just combined.
  4. Sift in all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until dough begins to form.
  5. Gently fold in the sprinkles until evenly distributed.
  6. Roll the dough to 1/4 inch thick, cut into shapes, and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 7-9 minutes until matte and slightly puffed, avoiding overbaking.
  8. Make the vanilla glaze by mixing butter and shortening until creamy; add powdered sugar and milk to desired consistency.
  9. Ice the warm cookies with a thin layer of icing, ensuring sprinkles remain visible.
  10. Cool the iced cookies on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Allow frozen cookies to thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the microwave.

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