How to Make Cracked Sugar Cookies II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cracked Sugar Cookies II are a delightful twist on the classic sugar cookie. These cookies are soft, chewy, and have a hint of caramel flavor from the brown sugar. They are also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. Whether you're baking for a holiday gathering, a special occasion, or just for a sweet treat, these cracked sugar cookies are sure to be a hit with friends and family.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup white sugar for decoration

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 day 1 hr 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Total Time: 1 day 1 hr 23 mins
  • Servings: 66
  • Yield: 5 1/2 dozen

  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and 1 1/2 cups sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Roll dough into 1 inch balls and roll the balls in the remaining sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 9 minutes in the preheated oven, or until just barely golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    68 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 31mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 8mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 7mg