Description
These cardamom cookies are chewy with golden edges and a soft center. They feature a warm, citrus-like aroma from cardamom, balanced with brown sugar, vanilla, and salt. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom (freshly ground if possible)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and pale.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground cardamom, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Portion the dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, roll into balls, and place on baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten the tops of the dough balls.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are soft. Rotate pans halfway through if needed.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use freshly ground cardamom pods.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Cookies can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 56
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 66mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 11mg