Grandma GG's Decadent Lace Cookies
Indulge in Grandma GG's Decadent Lace Cookies, a cherished family recipe that captures the essence of sweetness and crunch in each delightful bite. These exquisite sandwich cookies boast a rich blend of buttery goodness, fine walnuts, and a touch of sweetness from light brown sugar and corn syrup. Baked to a perfect crisp, they offer a texture reminiscent of brittle candy, making them an elegant choice for tea parties, celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a special treat. With a luscious layer of melted semi-sweet chocolate binding them together, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family alike!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
shortening
1/4 cup (softened)
light brown sugar
2/3 cup (packed)
light corn syrup
1/2 cup (none)
sifted flour
1 cup (sifted before measuring)
finely chopped walnuts
1 cup (chopped)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a cookie sheet with foil and grease lightly.
2
In the top of a double boiler, combine the butter, shortening, light brown sugar, and light corn syrup. Heat over direct heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
3
Once boiling, remove from heat and gently stir in the sifted flour and finely chopped walnuts until well combined.
4
Using a teaspoon, drop small mounds of the cookie batter onto the prepared cookie sheet, making sure to space them apart as they will spread while baking.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them carefully to a wire rack.
6
In a separate pan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate over a double boiler. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
7
Take one cookie, brush a thin layer of melted chocolate on one side, and place another cookie on top to create a sandwich.
8
Repeat the process with the remaining cookies. Once assembled, refrigerate the cookies until the chocolate is set.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Grandma GG's Decadent Lace Cookies?
They are a cherished family recipe for elegant sandwich cookies featuring buttery goodness, walnuts, and a semi-sweet chocolate filling.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies offer a texture reminiscent of brittle candy, providing a perfect blend of sweetness and crunch.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) before beginning the baking process.
How should I prepare my cookie sheet?
Line your cookie sheet with foil and grease it lightly to ensure the cookies can be removed easily.
What is the first step in preparing the batter?
Combine butter, shortening, light brown sugar, and light corn syrup in a double boiler and heat until the mixture boils.
When do I remove the mixture from the heat?
Remove the mixture from the heat as soon as it reaches a boil.
How do I add the dry ingredients?
Gently stir in the sifted flour and finely chopped walnuts into the boiled mixture until well combined.
How should I place the batter on the cookie sheet?
Using a teaspoon, drop small mounds of the cookie batter onto the prepared foil-lined sheet.
Why should I space the cookies apart?
You must space them apart because the batter will spread significantly while baking.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
What is the visual cue that the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges turn a golden brown color.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack.
How is the chocolate filling prepared?
Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips in a separate pan using a double boiler until the chocolate is smooth.
How do I assemble the sandwich cookies?
Brush a thin layer of melted chocolate onto one cookie and place another cookie on top to create the sandwich.
What should I do after assembling the cookies?
Once assembled, refrigerate the cookies until the chocolate has completely set.
What kind of nuts are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of finely chopped walnuts.
What type of sugar is best for these cookies?
Use 2/3 cup of packed light brown sugar.
What kind of chocolate should I use for the center?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are the recommended choice for the filling.
Is there a specific type of flour recommended?
Use 1 cup of flour that has been sifted before measuring.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of softened butter.
Does this recipe use shortening?
Yes, it includes 1/4 cup of softened shortening.
What kind of corn syrup is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of light corn syrup.
Are these cookies suitable for a tea party?
Yes, their elegant appearance and texture make them perfect for tea parties and celebrations.
Can I use a regular pot to melt the chocolate?
It is recommended to use a double boiler to melt the chocolate to prevent it from burning.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 7 ingredients required for this recipe.
What makes these cookies decadent?
Their richness comes from the combination of butter, walnuts, and a luscious semi-sweet chocolate binding.
Can I skip the refrigeration step?
Refrigeration is important because it ensures the melted chocolate sets and holds the sandwich cookies together.
What should I use to line the cookie sheet?
Use aluminum foil and a light coating of grease as specified in the instructions.
How should the walnuts be prepared?
The walnuts should be finely chopped before being added to the batter.
What is the main flavor profile?
The cookies have a rich blend of buttery sweetness, nutty walnut flavor, and semi-sweet chocolate.