Sand Tarts
Discover the perfect sand tarts cookie recipe! Easy to follow and deliciously sweet, these treats are sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon (optional)
- Additional sugar for sprinkling
- Sliced almonds or pecans for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half. Roll out each portion to about 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
- Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into desired shapes. Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with additional sugar and top with a slice of almond or pecan for decoration.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep a close eye as they can brown quickly.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.