Simple Refrigerator Cookies

These refrigerator cookies are super easy and can be kept in the freezer for whenever a craving arises. The date-nut variation in the notes is a perfect holiday cookie and a tradition in my husband's family.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 8 mins
• Total Time: 23 mins
• Calories: 65 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup butter-flavored shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix sugar, shortening, egg, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until well combined.

Step 3

Stir flour, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl; mix into sugar-shortening mixture until a dough forms.

Step 4

Form dough into a roll 2 inches in diameter; wrap in waxed paper and twist the ends to seal. Chill dough until firm, about 15 minutes.

Step 5

Unwrap dough; use a thin, sharp knife to make 1/8-inch slices. Place cookies on an ungreased baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.