Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (1 cube, no subs!)
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 egg yolks
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
How to Make
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Step 1: In large bowl, beat butter and shortening on high for 30 seconds or until softened.
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Step 2: Add sugar and vanilla and beat until combined.
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Step 3: Beat in the egg yolks.
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Step 4: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together, flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Beat into wet mixture.
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Step 5: Shape into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
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Step 6: Bake at 300 degrees for about 20 minutes or until tops are just slightly cracked and sides are set. Don't let edges brown or they won't be soft!
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Step 7: Transfer to wire rack to cool. These are best hot out of the oven...melt in your mouth butter and sugar YUM! They will become more crispy/crumbly as they cool, but are still delicious. You can microwave them for a few seconds to bring back the softness. Place in an airtight container. Can store at room temperature for up to 3 days. May freeze up to 1 month. Thaw for 15 minutes before serving if frozen.
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