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Mango Cookies

Soft Mango Cookies with Vanilla Glaze for a Tropical Treat

Delightful mango cookies bursting with tropical flavors and vanilla glaze, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 1 minute
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use plain flour for the perfect structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rise.
  • 0.5 cups Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter, adding a pinch of salt.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Replacing with coconut sugar adds a caramel note.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Can replace with an extra 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, use a flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water).
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Using pure vanilla will give the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Almond or coconut milk works as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Mango (fresh or frozen) Ensure it’s ripe for optimal sweetness.
For the Vanilla Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Add more sugar to thicken; milk or mango juice to thin.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cream ½ cup of softened salted butter with ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup brown sugar for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Add 1 large egg and 2 tablespoons of milk, mixing on low speed just until combined.
  3. Gradually sift in 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Fold until just combined.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of diced mango until evenly distributed.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop the chilled dough using 1.5 tablespoons for each cookie and place them onto the baking sheets, spaced 3 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 14-16 minutes until the edges turn light golden.
  9. Cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Remember to soften the butter properly and avoid overmixing to ensure soft cookies. Chilling the dough is crucial for the best texture.

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