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The BEST Pandan Crinkle Cookies

The BEST Pandan Crinkle Cookies You'll Ever Bake at Home

Discover the delicious softness of The BEST Pandan Crinkle Cookies, perfect for festive gatherings or everyday treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Do not substitute with baking soda.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt No substitutions needed.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Margarine works for dairy-free options.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar No substitutions with liquid sweeteners.
  • 1 large egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract is a lovely variation.
  • 1 tablespoon pandan extract No direct substitute for pandan essence.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar Coconut sugar offers a distinct taste if desired.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat ½ cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of pandan extract to the mixture and mix until just combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
  5. Transfer dough to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop out the dough and roll each portion into a ball, coating first in granulated sugar then in powdered sugar.
  8. Arrange on the baking sheets and bake for 12-14 minutes.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough and avoid overmixing to ensure cookies remain soft and chewy. Store in an airtight container for maximum freshness.

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