Best 4 Scottish Lace Cookies Recipes

Scottish lace cookies are a delightful and delicate treat that has been enjoyed for generations. Originating in Scotland, these cookies are characterized by their intricate and beautiful lace-like pattern, which is achieved through a unique folding and cutting technique. With their light and crispy texture, subtle sweetness, and hint of vanilla, Scottish lace cookies are a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee, or as a delightful dessert. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to create these charming and delicious cookies in your own kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S LACE COOKIES

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This is one of my favorite cookie recipes that has been passed down to me from my Grandmother. Friends and family love them-- they are so addictive!

Provided by Dustin Poh

Categories Desserts Cookies Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 18m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

½ cup butter
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 cup quick cooking oats (such as Quaker™)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl in a microwave. Add sugar and stir to combine. Add beaten egg and mix well. Stir in oats, flour, vanilla extract, salt, and baking powder.
Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, about 8 minutes. Let cool completely before removing cookies from foil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 143.3 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

SCOTTISH LACE COOKIES

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An old-fashioned cookie.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories Scottish Recipes

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 tablespoons shortening
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons almond extract
3 cups rolled oats
1 ½ teaspoons salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Cream together shortening and sugar. Beat in the eggs, then the almond extract. Gradually blend in oats and salt.
Drop dough by spoonfuls 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Flatten cookies with the bottom of a glass dipped in flour. Bake 12-15 minutes until golden colored. Transfer to wire racks for cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 103.1 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CHOCOLATE LACE COOKIES

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I was looking for something a little different when making cookies this past Christmas. This fit the bill perfectly! They're light and crispy and you can see light through them, they're so lacy. The dough becomes stiffer as ingredients are added. I didn't use a mixer but you could and would need less arm muscles.

Provided by l0vetw0c00k

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup butter (2 sticks)
2 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 beaten eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour, unsifted
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans
2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk choc, your choice)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Melt butter in large microwave-safe bowl.
Add sugar and mix thoroughly.
Add cocoa powder, baking soda, salt and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
Add eggs and mix until smooth.
Stir in flour, nuts and chips. (If using electric mixer, use low speed.).
Place 12 SMALL rounded teaspoons of dough on well-greased baking sheet, spread as far apart as possible. They flatten during baking. If too large, they run together.
Bake at 350 degrees for 11 minutes.
Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then remove to wire rack to completely cool.
Multiple cookie sheets cuts down waiting between batches.

SCOTTISH LACE COOKIES

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Make and share this Scottish Lace Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WindLass

Categories Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 36 Cookies, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 tablespoons shortening
1 1/2 cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
3 cups rolled oats
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 deg F.
Cream together shortening and sugar. Beat in eggs, then extract. Gradually blen in oats and salt.
Drop dough by spoonfuls 2 in apart on cookie sheets. Flatten cookies with the bottom of a glass dipped in flour. Bake 12-15 min until golden brown. Transfer to wire racks for cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.4, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 206.6, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 16.8, Protein 2.8

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your cookies.
Make sure your butter and sugar are at room temperature. This will help them cream together more easily and create a smooth dough.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
Bake the cookies at a low temperature. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Scottish lace cookies are a delicious and delicate treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their unique lace-like design and sweet, buttery flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special cookie to bake, give Scottish lace cookies a try.