Delicious and Crunchy Cornflake Cookies

Enjoy the crunchy texture and buttery flavor of Evelyn's Cornflake Cookies. These delicious cookies are made with simple ingredients like cornflakes, butter, flour, and sugar. The recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion. Prepare a batch of these cookies in just 30 minutes and impress your friends and family with this classic American treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups cornflakes

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown 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 all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Gently fold in the cornflakes, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and crunchiness.

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