Classic Black and White Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the classic black and white cookies with this easy and tasty recipe. These soft, cake-like cookies are topped with a half-and-half mix of vanilla and chocolate icing for the perfect treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
3. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk.
4. Using a cookie scoop, drop batter onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on wire racks.
5. In separate bowls, mix confectioners' sugar with a little water to make a thick glaze. Add cocoa powder to one bowl and mix until smooth.
6. Spread half of each cookie with vanilla glaze and the other half with chocolate glaze. Allow glaze to set before serving.

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