How To Make The Best Half Moon Cookies At Home
This straightforward recipe will help you savor the delicious flavor of half-moon cookies. Bake them and indulge in their sweet delight.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Small offset spatula (for frosting)
- Sifter (for dry ingredients, optional)
- Saucepan or microwave-safe bowl (for melting chocolate, if needed)
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
For the Frosting
Vanilla Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 1–2 tbsp milk adjust for desired texture
- ½ tsp vanilla extract pure
Chocolate Frosting
- ½ cup powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 tbsp milk adjust for desired texture
- ½ tsp vanilla extract pure
Instructions
Preparing the Dough
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, then mix until well combined.
Shaping and Baking
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Preparing the Frosting
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting.
- In separate bowls, mix the cocoa powder with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the chocolate frosting.
- Mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the vanilla frosting.
Assembling the Cookies
- Once the cookies are completely cool, frost one half of each cookie with the chocolate frosting and the other half with the vanilla frosting.
Notes
Half-moon cookies are a tasty snack that can be easily customized. Make sure the butter is at room temperature before mixing; this helps create a smooth dough with a light texture. Do not overbake the cookies; they should be soft and chewy in the center. Let the cookies cool thoroughly before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting. For a unique flavor, you could try different extracts, like almond or orange. You can also add sprinkles or drizzle melted chocolate for extra decoration.