FAMOUS CHICAGO PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL BUTTER COOKIES
This is the actual recipe used in the Chicago public schools in the 60's and 70's.(Senn high school ). This recipe was also published in a Chicago newspaper as one of the favorites. The cookie has a wonderful butter flavor and very delicate texture.It will take you back, Enjoy!
Provided by Lillian Stryczek
Categories Cookies
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Cream butter with mixer untill light and fuffy. Add sugar and salt and beat until no longer grainy. Gradually add flour a little at a time, beating at low speed untill dough forms. Mix in vanilla. Form dough into balls, one heaping tablespoon = 1 ball. Place balls on ungreased cookie sheet spaced widely- about 9 per sheet. Put 1/4 cup of sugar on saucer. Press first 3 fingers into sugar, then press down on ball to flatten to a 3 inch circle wide and 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven 12-15 minutes, until faintly browned around the egdes. Gently remove cookies from sheet with a spatula, cool completely on wire racks.
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Muhammad Aliyu
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect gift for any occasion.
Lolo Shiban
[email protected]I love the texture of these cookies. They're so chewy and soft.
jeff raper
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. They're also very addictive!
Tom Scott
[email protected]I've been making these cookies for years and they never disappoint. They're always a crowd-pleaser.
Elizabeth Yac
[email protected]These cookies are so versatile. You can add different flavors or toppings to create your own unique cookies.
Spix Weltschmerz - Puckett
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be easily doubled or tripled. It's perfect for making a large batch of cookies for a party or event.
Feroza Khatun
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're so festive and delicious.
Adetuyi Oluwatomisin
[email protected]I made these cookies for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes. Everyone loved them!
Betty Frias
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.
TK Leeskyz
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. It's also very easy to follow.
Zohaib
[email protected]These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also great for gifting.
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[email protected]I've tried a lot of different butter cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are so light and fluffy.
Muhammad Asim Zaman
[email protected]I made these cookies for my family and they were a huge hit. They're definitely a keeper recipe.
AMINU __19
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect combination of chewy and crispy. They're also very flavorful.
Tauna Gregory
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about these cookies at first, but I'm so glad I tried them. They're amazing!
Jitendra Kumar Shah
[email protected]These cookies are so delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand.
Aymen Fathy
[email protected]I've been making these cookies for years and they are always a favorite. They're perfect for any occasion.
Amina Shamsu
[email protected]These cookies were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.