Best 6 Black Eyed Susan Cookies Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delights, where we embark on a journey to discover the secrets of creating delectable black-eyed Susan cookies. These delightful treats, adorned with a charming black-eyed center, are sure to become a favorite among cookie enthusiasts. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, this article will guide you through the art of crafting these irresistible cookies. We will explore the origins of this classic recipe, delve into the secrets of achieving the perfect texture and flavor, and uncover the endless possibilities for customizing these delightful treats. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and join us on this delectable journey as we unveil the best recipe for black-eyed Susan cookies.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK-EYED SUSAN COOKIES



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Black-eyed Susans attract butterflies when planted in masses, and you'll draw a crowd when you make these "conversation" cookies. They may be a little more time-consuming than some cookies, but their sunny faces and gumdrop centers are worth it the extra time. -Grace Pack, Beaver, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 21 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon orange extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
2 to 3 drops yellow food coloring, optional
Additional confectioners' sugar
Black gumdrops

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Divide dough in half so that one portion is slightly larger than the other; shape each into a disk. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until easy to handle. , On a lightly floured surface, roll larger portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. round or scalloped cookie cutter to make flower bottoms. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough using a floured 2-3/4-in. flower or scalloped cookie cutter to make an equal number of flower tops., Bake larger cookies at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown; bake smaller cookies for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, milk, extract and, if desired, food coloring; mix until smooth. Immediately spread over cooled cookies. Stir additional confectioners' sugar into remaining glaze to thicken; spread a small amount on bottom of smaller cookies; place over larger cookies. Top with gumdrops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BLACK-EYED SUSAN



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Longtime Preakness Stakes caterer Harry M. Stevens Co. created the Black-Eyed Susan in 1973, and although serious bourbon drinkers think the drink is too sweet (and have campaigned to replace it), racegoers love it.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Combine 2 ounces each orange juice and sour mix and 1 ounce each bourbon, peach schnapps and vodka in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into a tall glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry.

BLACK-EYED SUSAN



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The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of vodka, rum, and pineapple and orange juices to toast your special events.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 to 3/4 cup crushed ice
1 ounce vodka
1 ounce light rum
1/2 ounce Triple Sec
2 ounces unsweetened pineapple juice
2 ounces orange juice
Lime slice and pitted sweet dark cherry

Steps:

  • Place desired amount of ice in a rocks glass. Pour vodka, rum, Triple Sec and juices into glass. Stir; serve with a lime slice and cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BLACK EYED SUSANS



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I found this recipe in one of our local church cookbooks. This makes a pretty eye catching cookie and is quite easy to make. Cook time is per cookie sheet.

Provided by Jellyqueen

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
chocolate chips, for center of each flower

Steps:

  • Combine butter, sugars, egg, vanilla and peanut butter until creamy.
  • Sift flour, soda and salt together and add to creamed mixture.
  • Force batter thru flower disk of cookie press onto greased cookie sheet.
  • Put a chocolate chip in center of each.
  • Bake@375 F for 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 779.7, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 91.1, Sodium 749.4, Carbohydrate 80.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 46.1, Protein 18.3

LEMON BLACK-EYED SUSAN COOKIES



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These cute flower-shaped cookies are both colorful and flavorful!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
2/3 cup sugar
2-1/2 cups flour
3 Tbsp. water
2 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, butter, sugar and 1 Tbsp. dry gelatin mix in large bowl with mixer until blended. Gradually add flour, mixing well after each addition. Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Shape dough into 30 (1-1/4-inch) balls; place, 2 inches apart, on baking sheets. Use sharp knife to cut each ball into 6 wedges, being careful to just cut about 3/4 the way through dough to center of each ball. Spread wedges apart slightly to resemble petals on flower.
  • Bake 13 to 15 min. or until edges of cookies are lightly browned and bottoms are golden brown. Cool on baking sheets 1 min. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
  • Empty remaining gelatin mix into small bowl. Add water; mix well. Brush onto cookies. Let stand 30 min. or until gelatin is completely dry.
  • Melt chocolate as directed on package; spoon into small resealable plastic bag. Seal bag. Cut small piece off one bottom corner of bag; use to pipe chocolate onto centers of cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

BROWN-EYED SUSAN COOKIES



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Make and share this Brown-Eyed Susan Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Dessert

Time 42m

Yield 30 cookies, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, room temperature
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
slivered almonds (optional)
1 tablespoon butter
1 (1 ounce) unsweetened chocolate square
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons hot milk

Steps:

  • Heat over to 400°F Grease cookies sheets.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter. Add sugar, almond extract, and salt. Blend in flour.
  • Shape a tablespoon of dough into a ball. Place on cookie sheet. Flatten with bottom of a glass that has been dipped in flour.
  • Bake 10-12 minutes, until cookies look dry and are beginning to brown around the edges. Remove to rack. Cool.
  • Prepare Frosting: In a small saucepan, melt butter with chocolate (or microwave). Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.

Tips:

  • For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have any oats on hand, you can substitute an equal amount of flour.
  • To make the cookies even more festive, add some sprinkles or chopped nuts to the dough before baking.
  • Be sure to let the cookies cool completely before frosting them, otherwise the frosting will melt.
  • If you don't have any black food coloring, you can use a drop or two of purple food coloring to achieve a similar effect.

Conclusion:

Black-eyed Susan cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, they are a great recipe for bakers of all skill levels. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these cookies a try!

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