Butter-Vanilla Whisper Brazilian Sugar Cookies
Butter-Vanilla Whisper Brazilian Sugar Cookies, where each cookie is a testament to the sublime pleasure of ingredients together in perfect harmony. Yielding three dozen cookies within a mere 30 minutes from the beginning of your attempt to the rewarding end, this recipe is an ode to the power of butter and vanilla, whispering tales of sweetness in every bite. Crafted for the modern baker who values both time and taste, these cookies blend the silky texture of cornstarch with the richness of unsalted butter, elevated by the purity of vanilla extract. The addition of a whole egg plus an extra yolk increases each cookie's texture is tender to the touch, yet durable enough to hold its shape, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that's both indulgent and comforting. Add a touch of Brazilian flair to your baking repertoire or simply in search of a quick and delightful treat to pair with your afternoon coffee, the Butter-Vanilla Whisper Brazilian Sugar Cookies promise a journey of culinary delight
- 2½ cups Cornstarch
- 1¼ cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ Salt
- ½ pounds Unsalted Butter
- 1 Large Egg
- 1 Large Egg Yolk
- ¾ teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- Warming the Stage
Preheat oven to a 375°F. Place baking sheets in their parchment or silicone best, setting the stage for our cookie stars to shine.
- The Whirl of Flavors
Mix cornstarch, sugar, and a whisper of salt. Mix them for 5 seconds. Introduce slices of butter, pulsing in a rhythmic dance, until the mixture takes on the look of a coarse, promising meal.
- A Symphony of Wet Ingredients
In a small cup, whisk together the egg, egg yolk, and a dash of vanilla, creating a smoothness. Softly cascade this mixture into the processor, pulsing it into existence about 10 times, until stiff dough boldly forms. Coax dough it gently with droplets of milk, until it gathers courage into a cohesive ball.
- Crafting the Gems
With a tablespoon, conjure dough, placing them on your prepared sheets. Grant them space, about 2 inches apart. Gently press them with the tines of a fork, not just to flatten, but to adorn them with a crosshatch pattern.
- The Final Transformation
Preheat oven for 7 to 10 minutes, As they bloom into a light brown hue, a sign of their readiness to enchant. Let them rest on their sheets for a moment of calm, then whisk them away to a wire rack to cool, maturing into their final, irresistible form.
- Variation
Replace vanilla with the allure of almond extract, and swap out half a cup of cornstarch for almond meal, weaving in a nutty undertone that gesture with every bite.
