Buttery Sugar Wafer Sandwich Cookies

March 21, 2014

175

This is a small batch recipe that's easily doubled. I adore these cookies!

Cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons+ half-and-half or cream (I used half-and-half)
about 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for dredging

Buttercream
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 to 2 cups confectioners' sugar
food coloring of your choice (I used 10 drops of red)

Cookies - To the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or mixing bowl and hand mixer), add the butter and beat to soften and fluff it, about 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar,...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
206

Sodium
8mg
0% DV

Fat
14g
22% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
14g
4% DV

Fiber
0.6g
2% DV