Checkerboard Cookies

Welcome to another drool-inducing recipe, this time we’re bringing you Checkerboard Cookies. These delightful squares of yumminess are like a puzzle piece of happiness for your taste buds. Checkerboard cookies are not only a visual treat but an actual treat for your palate. Perfectly fit for any festive season, tea parties or just a casual snack time, these cookies suit every mood and occasion. They have this unique sweet and light flavor with a light, airy texture that just melts in your mouth. You would love them because they are not just any regular cookies, they have their own character and appeal. Trust me folks, it���s an absolute sensation of crunchy goodness!

These Checkerboard Cookies require:

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 12 minutes
• Total time: 1 hour (includes chilling)
• Servings: 6 servings
• Yield: 36 cookies

Now let’s jump into the recipe, shall we?

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 cup butter
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

You’ll be needing a cookie cutter, a mixing bowl, a whisk and a baking tray.

How To Make Checkerboard Cookies

1. Firstly, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Add egg yolk and vanilla, mix well.
3. Gradually stir in the flour, divide dough in half.
4. Add cocoa to one half, mix well.
5. Shape into small rectangle, refrigerate for 2 hours.
6. Cut rectangle into thin slices, alternate colors and stack to make checkerboard pattern.
7. Bake in preheated oven until lightly golden brown.

Tips For The Best Results

• Make sure to chill the dough properly.
• Use fresh ingredients.
• Bake until lightly golden for better texture.

Storage Tips

• Keep it in a airtight container.
• Can be stored for 2 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use brown sugar instead of white sugar?
A: Yes, you can. It will give a slightly different flavor.

Q: Do I have to use unsweetened cocoa powder?
A: You can use any cocoa powder, but unsweetened gives the best results.

Q: Can I use a food processor for mixing?
A: Yes, a food processor can be used for mixing.

Q: Can I add some nuts in it?
A: Yes, you can add chopped nuts for some added crunch.

Q: Can I freeze these cookies?
A: Yes, these cookies freeze very well.

Nutritional Facts of Checkerboard Cookies

Per serving: 130 calories; protein 2g; carbohydrates 14g; fat 8g; cholesterol 31mg; sodium 56mg.

Teaming these Checkerboard Cookies with a warm glass of milk or hot tea makes a perfect combo! I absolutely love these cookies and I’m pretty sure you will too. So gather your ingredients and get baking! This Checkerboard Cookies recipe is waiting to sweeten up your day.