Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade Ritz cookies. These buttery and sweet treats are perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients, these cookies are easy to prepare and will have your taste buds craving for more. Enjoy them as a snack or serve them at parties, these Ritz cookies are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Sprinkles or powdered sugar for decoration (optional)
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Roll the cookie dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Using a fork, gently press down on each dough ball to create a criss-cross pattern.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, decorate with sprinkles or dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
- Enjoy these delicious homemade Ritz cookies!
Interesting Facts
Ritz cookies are named after the famous Ritz Hotel in Paris.
The criss-cross pattern on the cookies is a trademark of Ritz cookies and helps them bake evenly.
Ritz cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.