Indulge in these delightful nougat cookies, filled with chewy nougat pieces and crunchy nuts. Perfect for a sweet treat or as a holiday gift for loved ones!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup nougat pieces
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as almonds or pecans)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in nougat pieces and chopped nuts.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious nougat cookies with a glass of milk or cup of hot cocoa!
Interesting Facts
Nougat is a traditional French candy made with a mixture of sugar, honey, nuts, and sometimes dried fruits.
Nougat cookies are a fun twist on the classic candy, adding a chewy and nutty flavor to a buttery cookie base.