The Ultimate Refrigerator Cookie

The Ultimate Refrigerator Cookie
70 min.
72
67kcal

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Welcome to the world of delightful desserts with our Ultimate Refrigerator Cookie recipe! If you’re looking for a sweet treat that’s not only easy to make but also perfect for any occasion, you’ve come to the right place. These cookies are a fantastic way to satisfy your sweet tooth while impressing friends and family with your baking skills.

What makes these cookies truly special is their versatility. With a rich, buttery flavor and a soft, chewy texture, they serve as the perfect canvas for your creativity. Whether you choose to frost them with a luscious glaze or decorate them with colorful sprinkles, each cookie can be customized to match any celebration or holiday theme. Plus, the dough can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator, making it a convenient option for busy bakers.

In just 70 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 72 cookies, each with only 67 calories! This means you can indulge without the guilt. The combination of brown sugar and vanilla creates a warm, inviting aroma that will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste before they even cool down. So, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let’s dive into the delightful world of baking these Ultimate Refrigerator Cookies!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • tablespoons milk 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. In large bowl, beat brown sugar, butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt.
  2. Divide dough in half. Shape each half into roll, about 2 inches in diameter and about 8 inches long. Wrap and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm.
  3. Heat oven to 375ºF.
  4. Cut rolls into 1/8-inch slices.
  5. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  6. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until light brown. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.
  7. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and the food color until smooth and spreadable. Frost cookies and decorate with colored gels, sprinkles and sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories67kcal
Protein3.89%
Fat35.21%
Carbs60.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.57
Glycemic Load
2.88
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.97521739088647%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.41kcal
3.37%
Fat:2.66g
4.09%
Saturated Fat:0.56g
3.51%
Carbohydrates:10.35g
3.45%
Net Carbohydrates:10.21g
3.71%
Sugar:6.26g
6.96%
Cholesterol:2.32mg
0.77%
Sodium:55.53mg
2.41%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:0.66g
1.32%
Selenium:2.02µg
2.88%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.78%
Folate:9.88µg
2.47%
Vitamin A:116.75IU
2.33%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.9%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.82%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.56%
Iron:0.28mg
1.53%