Ingredients

The following ingredients have 66 Servings
  • 1 cup (2 sticks butter), room temperature
  • 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 1/2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instruction

  • In a bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and brown sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the egg and vanilla, mixing thoroughly.
  • Gradually add the flour and salt. Mix on low speed until just combined.
  • On three separate sheets of plastic wrap, roll the dough into three logs 1 1/2-inches thick. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least one hour to overnight.
  • When ready to bake, place a rack into the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F.
  • Prepare a cookie sheet by lining it with parchment.
  • Remove one log from the fridge and roll it in the granulated sugar, making sure to coat it completely.
  • With a sharp knife, cut slices 1/4-inch thick.
  • Place the slices on the prepared cookie sheet 1-inch apart.
  • Optional – with a toothpick, make 4 decorative holes in each cookie. SEE NOTE
  • Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  • Transfer cookies to a wire rack so that they can cool completely.