Liberian Butter Cookies | SoeFoods

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal provides binding and is vegan-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cream butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and almond extract until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Fold in chocolate chips or coconut flakes if desired.

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.

Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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