Classic Vanilla Bean Cookies
These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are infused with the rich, aromatic flavor of real vanilla beans. Their delicate crumb and crisp edges make them an elegant treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 vanilla bean pod seeds scraped
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup coarse sugar for rolling, optional
Notes
Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Make-Ahead: The dough can be shaped into logs, wrapped in plastic, and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months; slice and bake as needed. Substitutions: You can use 1 additional teaspoon of vanilla extract if a vanilla bean pod is unavailable. For a softer cookie, reduce baking time by 1 minute. Serving Suggestion: Pair with a glass of cold milk or crumble over vanilla ice cream.