Classic Danish Cookies
Classic Danish Cookies are a delightful treat with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich, buttery flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 255 g unsalted butter, softened Should be creamy
- 30 g powdered sugar Adds sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor and aroma
- 160 g all-purpose flour Base for tender crumb
- 8 g cornstarch To ensure a light texture
- 1-2 teaspoons heavy cream As needed for dough consistency
For decorating
- 170 g dark chocolate chips Melted for richness
- 170 g white chocolate chips Melted for creaminess
- Colorful sprinkles For decorating
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter for 2 to 3 minutes until pale and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and mix for another 2 minutes until fluffy.
- Incorporate vanilla extract.
- Sift in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch, mixing gently until just combined.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag and add heavy cream as needed.
- Pipe desired shapes onto the prepared baking sheet; chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Baking
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack.
Decoration
- Melt dark chocolate and dip each cooled cookie halfway.
- Repeat with white chocolate, and sprinkle colorful decorations on warm chocolate.
Notes
Chill the dough if too soft, experiment with different shapes, and get creative with toppings.