Imagine a cookie that's not just a sweet treat, but a melodious celebration of faith and flavor! These Otus Tuus Notre Dame Music Ministry Cookies are more than just a dessert - they're a culinary symphony that captures the spirit of musical worship and community. Whether you're a music ministry member, a Notre Dame fan, or simply someone who loves a deliciously crafted cookie, this recipe will have you dancing in your kitchen and praising every delectable bite!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Decorative icing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry ingredient mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle and prevent spreading during baking.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, decorate the cookies with decorative icing, creating designs that represent the Notre Dame Music Ministry spirit.
- Allow the icing to set completely before storing the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this creates the perfect cookie texture.
- Chill the dough for exactly 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading and maintain a perfect shape.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly.
- Watch the edges carefully during baking - golden edges with soft centers are the key to perfect cookies.
- Let cookies cool completely before decorating to ensure your icing sets beautifully.
- Get creative with your icing design - represent your music ministry's spirit with musical note patterns or symbolic decorations.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
