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Vanilla Wafers

These homemade vanilla wafers are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for snacking or as a dessert topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 wafers
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Cookie scoop or spoon
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop small mounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let the wafers cool completely on a rack.

Notes

These wafers can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.