Description

Black and White Cookies are soft, cake-like cookies topped with both vanilla and chocolate glaze, delivering two classic flavors in one iconic, bakery-style treat. Perfect for gifting, parties, or a nostalgic dessert.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
2 cups powdered sugar
3–4 tbsp milk (plus more as needed)
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Optional: 1 tbsp light corn syrup (for glaze shine)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs and vanilla. Mix in sour cream until smooth.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until a thick batter forms.
Scoop large tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing apart. Slightly flatten each scoop.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are set. Cool completely on wire racks.
To make the vanilla glaze: mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tbsp milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla, and corn syrup if using. Stir until smooth and spreadable.
Spread vanilla glaze over half of the flat underside of each cookie. Let set slightly.
To make the chocolate glaze: add cocoa powder and 1–2 tbsp milk to the remaining glaze. Stir until smooth.
Spread chocolate glaze over the other half of each cookie. Let cookies set completely before serving.

Notes

Cool cookies fully before glazing to prevent glaze from running.Use the flat bottom side of each cookie for glazing—this creates a smoother surface.Store in a single layer to avoid smudging the glaze.Make mini versions for parties or gifting.Corn syrup is optional and adds shine, but not necessary.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 280
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg