South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies

These South Dakota Sunflower Seed Cookies are a delightful treat that highlight the flavors of the sunflower state. Made with a combination of sunflower seeds, butter, sugar, and flour, these cookies are buttery, crunchy, and perfect for snacking. The recipe is easy to follow and yields a batch of cookies that are sure to please your taste buds. Enjoy these cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a truly enjoyable treat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sunflower seeds

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the sunflower seeds.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10. Serve and enjoy!

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