Grandma’s Lace Cookies are delicate, buttery treats with a beautifully crisp texture and sweet caramelized flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like oats, sugar, and butter, these old-fashioned cookies spread thin in the oven to create their signature lacy appearance. Light, crisp, and slightly chewy in the center, they’re perfect on their own or paired with coffee or ice cream. This nostalgic recipe brings back sweet memories and makes a lovely addition to any cookie tray.
Grandma’s Lace Cookies Recipe Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats (such as Quaker)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- Parchment paper (for baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl using the microwave.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir the melted butter and sugar together until well combined.
- Add the beaten egg and mix thoroughly.
- Stir in the oats, flour, vanilla extract, salt, and baking powder until evenly mixed.
- Drop teaspoon-sized spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 3 inches of space between each, as they will spread significantly.
- Bake for about 8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before attempting to remove them.
Recipe Notes
- Yield: 10 servings (original 1X recipe)
- Tip: These cookies are delicate—handle with care once cooled. They’re great for sandwiching around melted chocolate or serving with vanilla ice cream.
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