Description
These nostalgic Midwestern washboard cookies have a tender, buttery crumb and charming ridged tops. They're quick to make, comforting, and perfect with tea, coffee, milk, or ice cream.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with milk, until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1‑inch balls and place them on the baking sheet.
- Press each ball gently with a fork to create the washboard pattern.
- Bake 12–15 minutes, until the edges are just golden.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for added sparkle.
- Dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate for a decorative twist.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice variation.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 4–5 days.
- Reheat in a 325 °F oven for 3–4 minutes to refresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
