Barbara S Cardamom Cookies Recipe

Ingredients for Barbara S Cardamom Cookies

How to Make Barbara S Cardamom Cookies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cardamom.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. While the cookies cool, prepare the browned butter icing: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns a light brown color and has a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Be careful not to burn it!
10. Remove from heat and let the browned butter cool slightly. Add the powdered sugar and salt and whisk until smooth. Add milk, one teaspoon at a time until you achieve desired consistency.
11. Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the browned butter icing over them.