Sand Tarts
Sand tarts are delightful, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, offering a hint of vanilla and a satisfying crunch. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy afternoons, these sweet treats evoke warm memories of baking with loved ones. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, sand tarts are adaptable to your taste—try adding nuts or chocolate chips for an extra twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the flour until fully incorporated. If using, gently fold in the chopped nuts.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on an ungreased baking sheet about two inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg