Black and white cookies are a delightful treat that brings together the rich flavors of chocolate and vanilla in one irresistible bite. These soft, cake-like cookies are frosted with half chocolate and half vanilla glaze, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re planning a party or just want to indulge in a sweet snack, these cookies are sure to impress.
Imagine sinking your teeth into a tender cookie with a perfect balance of sweetness and a hint of vanilla. The glossy chocolate glaze adds a touch of richness, while the vanilla frosting provides a light, creamy contrast. It’s a combination that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
This recipe is not only easy to follow but also allows for some fun creativity in decorating. You can experiment with the glaze thickness and even add sprinkles for an extra pop of color.
Irresistibly Delicious Black and White Cookies
These black and white cookies are soft, cake-like, and perfectly balanced in flavor. The cookies have a subtle vanilla taste complemented by the rich chocolate glaze, making them an iconic treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for chocolate glaze)
- 1-2 tablespoons water (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Extracts: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Bake Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Allow to cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with water until smooth for the vanilla glaze. In another bowl, combine cocoa powder with powdered sugar and enough water to make a smooth chocolate glaze.
- Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies are cool, spread the vanilla glaze on one half of each cookie and chocolate glaze on the other half. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 12 cookies
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
