Crispy Shell Coating Cookies

Here’s a recipe for Crispy Shell Coating Cookies—cookies with a crunchy, crackly outer layer and a soft, tender inside. They’re perfect for dunking in milk or enjoying with tea!

Ingredients (Makes ~18–20 cookies)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)

• 2–3 tbsp powdered sugar (for coating)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven:

   • Preheat to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix dry ingredients:

   • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream butter and sugar:

   • In a separate bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

   • Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients:

   • Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.

   • Fold in chocolate chips if using.

5. Form cookie balls:

   • Scoop about 1.5 tbsp of dough and roll into a ball.

   • Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat evenly.

6. Bake:

   • Place coated dough balls on the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.

   • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cookies are set and slightly cracked on top.

7. Cool:

   • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.