Best 3 Spoon Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, spoon cookies stand as a testament to the enduring allure of simplicity. These humble treats, also known as drop cookies or cowboy cookies, have captivated taste buds for generations with their rustic charm and comforting flavors. Requiring minimal fuss and a handful of pantry staples, spoon cookies are a beacon of ease in a world of elaborate desserts, inviting you on a nostalgic journey with every bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice just starting your culinary adventure, this guide will embark on a delectable odyssey, unveiling the secrets to crafting the perfect spoon cookies that will leave your family and friends clamoring for more.

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SPOON COOKIES



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This recipe is from my Italian mother-in-law. She refers to them as spoon cookies because most Italian cookies are shaped and these are just dropped from a spoon. They're usually seen at Christmas.

Provided by Janet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 eggs
4 teaspoons baking powder
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 (1.75 ounce) package multicolored sprinkles (jimmies)
2 cups confectioners' sugar
ΒΌ cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cream the butter or margarine with the white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla and eggs and mix well. Stir in the baking powder and flour. Drop dough by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets. In a small bowl beat milk into the confectioners' sugar a tablespoon at a time until it is of a drizzling consistency.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 10 minutes. Let cookies cool then drizzle with confectioners' sugar and milk glaze then sprinkle with candy sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1056.4 calories, Carbohydrate 160.5 g, Cholesterol 268.2 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 21.3 g, Sodium 620.9 mg, Sugar 79.8 g

SPOON COOKIES: LUSIKKALEIVAT (FINLAND)



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A recipe I found online at FoodTV for Finland recipes. These sound delicious and I think I would make some with the fruited jam and some with chocolate filling. Posting for ZWT6.

Provided by diner524

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 32 sandwich cookies, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch fine salt
1 large egg yolk
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/4-1/3 cup jam (such as a berry, plum or cloudberry)
confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Melt the butter in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Continue to cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter browns lightly and smells slightly nutty, about 15 minutes. Transfer the butter to a medium bowl -- be sure to get all the tasty brown bits -- and cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt in another medium bowl.
  • Whisk the egg yolk, sugar and vanilla into the cooled browned butter.
  • Stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture to make a uniform but crumbly dough that looks like wet sand.
  • Scoop out dough with a small teaspoon (the kind you set the table with, not the ones you measure with). Rock spoon gently back and forth against the side of the bowl, packing the dough into the spoon, then scrape/slide the spoon against the inside of the bowl to make spoon-shaped cookies. Trim excess dough with your fingers and slide out onto the prepared pans, preserving their shape. (Try to make sure you form an even number of cookies, since these sandwich together.).
  • Bake cookies until just browned, about 12 to 15 minutes. Cool almost completely on the baking sheets, and then transfer cookies to a rack to cool.
  • When cool, spread 1/2 teaspoon jam on the flat side of a cookie, and then sandwich together with a second cookie. Repeat until all cookies have met their match. Lightly dust the cookies with the confectioners' sugar. Serve.
  • Busy baker's tips: The dough can be prepared several hours ahead and stored at room temperature. Freeze baked cookie halves wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, followed by aluminum foil for up to 2 weeks. When ready to serve, defrost at room temperature and assemble as desired. Store sandwiches in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Do not store with crisp cookies, as moisture from the jam will soften the texture of other crisp cookies.

SPOON COOKIES



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Categories     Egg     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter or margarine
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 recipe - 6 eggs
4 teaspoons baking powder
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (17.5 ounce) multicolored sprinkles/jimmies
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cream the butter or margarine with the white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla and eggs and mix well. Stir in the baking powder and flour. Drop dough by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • In a small bowl beat milk into the confectioners' sugar a tablespoon at a time until it is of a drizzling consistency.
  • Bake cookies at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 10 minutes.
  • Let cookies cool then drizzle with confectioners' sugar and milk glaze then sprinkle with candy sprinkles.

Tips:

  • Make sure the butter and sugar are creamed together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies spread in the oven and give them a tender texture.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help the cookies bake evenly.
  • Don't overbake the cookies. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Spoon cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or just as a snack. With so many different variations available, there is sure to be a spoon cookie recipe that everyone will love.

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