I have to be honest with you… I have somewhat of a sweet tooth. I just can’t withstand a nice piece of cake, a cupcake or cookie. Most of the time I try to take my time when baking and come up with something special – then there are those days however when I’m just in the mood for something quick and simple. You know, those recipes whip up with all the essentials you have in your fridge and pantry. So when hen I came up across this recipe of soft Amish sugar cookies I just had to try it.
I was also kind of intrigued by the name – and what is so Amish about these cookies? When I think of them I always imagine very quiet people living a life way past before our modern days. I think of funny episodes from Sex and the City or 2 Broke Girls. But I never really think of food and indulgence. The whole pious culture seems so devoid of any earthly fun.
The cookies however turned out to be a huge hit with my friends and colleagues. The recipe actually had me baking three full trays so I had enough to bring two full containers to work. They were light and sweet and just the perfect little afternoon treat. I think it’s their simplicity and no fancy approach that makes them a little Amish. And I think we all need a lillte bit more sweet simplicity in our lives!
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Bake: 10 min./batch
Ingredients
- 220 gr. butter, softened
- 225 ml vegetable oil (I used melted butter once; this gives the cookies more of a crumbly soft texture)
- 220 gr. sugar
- 220 gr. confectioners’ sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla or vanilla sugar
- 560 gr. all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Sprinkles optional
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, oil and sugars. Gradually beat in eggs until well blended. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; gradually add to creamed mixture.
- Using a small ice cream scoop drop dough onto ungreased baking sheets. Put some sprinkles on them if you like. Bake at 160°C for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Be sure not to overbake them. Remove to wire racks to cool. Enjoy!
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