{"id":6023,"date":"2025-09-16T14:16:50","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T14:16:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=6023"},"modified":"2025-09-16T14:16:50","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T14:16:50","slug":"washboard-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/16\/washboard-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Washboard Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1007\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1202\">\n<li data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1043\">\n<p data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1043\">1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1070\">\n<p data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1070\">1 cup granulated sugar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1101\">\n<p data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1101\">1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1130\">\n<p data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1130\">2 cups all-purpose flour<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1159\">\n<p data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1159\">\u00bd teaspoon baking powder<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1179\">\n<p data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1179\">\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1202\">\n<p data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1202\">2 tablespoons milk<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1232\">Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1260\">1. Prepare the Dough<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<li data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1343\">\n<p data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1343\">Preheat oven to <strong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1296\">350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>and line baking sheets with parchment paper.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<li data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1431\">\n<p data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1431\">In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1464\">\n<p data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1464\">Beat in the vanilla extract.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1542\">\n<p data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1542\">Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<li data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<p data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1592\">Stir in the milk to bring the dough together.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1620\">2. Shape the Cookies<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1909\">\n<li data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1692\">\n<p data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1692\">Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into small balls.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1909\">\n<li data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1779\">\n<p data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1779\">Place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1909\">\n<p data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1909\">Using the tines of a fork (or a wire whisk for deeper ridges), press lightly to flatten and create the <strong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1906\">washboard pattern<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1924\">3. Bake<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2111\">\n<li data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1991\">\n<p data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1991\">Bake for <strong data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1953\">12\u201315 minutes<\/strong>, or until edges are lightly golden.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2111\">\n<p data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2111\">Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2116\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2143\">\ud83c\udf1f Tips &amp; Variations<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2439\">\n<li data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2240\">\n<p data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2240\"><strong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2163\">Extra flavor:<\/strong> Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the dough for a warm, spiced version.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2350\">\n<p data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2350\"><strong data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2255\">Dusting:<\/strong> Lightly sprinkle powdered sugar over cooled cookies for a nostalgic, farmhouse-style finish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2439\">\n<p data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2439\"><strong data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2365\">Storage:<\/strong> Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to <strong data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2436\">5 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2444\" \/>\n<p data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2651\">These <strong data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2473\">washboard cookies<\/strong> are simple, cozy, and timeless\u2014perfect for baking with kids, sharing with neighbors, or enjoying on a quiet afternoon. 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