Why You'll Love These
These are all about convenience and flavour. With just four basic ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these that will impress your friends and family. Plus, the recipe is super flexible, allowing you to add your favourite mix-ins to make it your own. They are delicious, soft and chewy!
Cookie Tips and Tricks
- Soft Butter is Key: Make sure your butter is super soft. This ensures that it blends seamlessly with the sugar and condensed milk, giving your cookies the perfect textureb.
- Quality Ingredients: Use the best quality butter, sugar, and self-raising flour you can find. It really makes a difference in the final product.
- Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough makes it easier to slice and helps the cookies hold their shape during baking. ⏲️
- Even Slices: When slicing your dough logs, try to keep the slices even. This ensures that all bake uniformly.
- Watch the Oven: Keep an eye on your cookies as they bake. They should be just golden around the edges when you take them out. Let them cool completely on wire racks.
Serving and Pairing Suggestions
These are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in so many ways. Here are a few ideas:
- With a Cup of Tea or Coffee: Perfect for your afternoon break.
- Ice Cream Sandwiches: Place a scoop of your favourite ice cream between two cookies for a decadent treat.
- Cookie Crumbs: Crush them up and sprinkle over yoghurt or ice cream for an extra crunch.
- Gift Idea: Package them up in a cute tin or jar for a homemade gift that everyone will love.
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Let’s Get Baking!
Now that you have all the tips and tricks, it’s time to get baking. Start by combining melted butter, sugar, and condensed milk until everything is well mixed. Next, incorporate self-raising flour and your favourite add-ins. Divide the dough into two logs, wrap them in cling wrap, and chill until firm. Once chilled, slice the logs into rounds and bake at 180°C for about 15 minutes or until just golden around the edges.
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Cookie
Prep Time 10 minutes 
Setting Time
15 minutes 
Total Time 25 minutes 
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a bowl, combine that creamy butter, sugar, and condensed milk. Mix until it's all friendly and combined.
- Time for flour and those tasty add-ins! Mix 'em in.
- Split the dough in half and shape each into a 5cm round log. Wrap 'em up in cling wrap.
- Chill mode: Place in the fridge till firm. Took me just 30 mins!
- Preheat your oven to 180°C. Slice logs into 2cm rounds and lay them out on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Then, indulge!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use plain flour instead of self-raising flour?
Absolutely! If you only have plain flour on hand, you can still make these. Just add 2 teaspoons of baking powder for every cup of plain flour. This will give your cookies the right lift and texture. 🧁
How long can I store these cookies, and what's the best way to keep them fresh?
These can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, you can freeze the dough logs before baking. Just slice and bake as needed for fresh cookies anytime! If you want to freeze them, make sure they are completely cooled, then store them in an airtight container or a ziplock bag for up to three months. ❄️
Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, you can make these cookies gluten-free! Simply substitute the self-raising flour with a gluten-free self-raising flour blend. Make sure to check that your other ingredients, especially any add-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits, are also gluten-free. Happy gluten-free baking! 🌟
