Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Cream the softened butter and brown sugar together in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add 3-3/4 cups of the all-purpose flour to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until well combined. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for 5 minutes, gradually adding enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough that is not too sticky.
- On a sheet of parchment paper, roll the dough into a 16x9-inch rectangle. Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the dough onto a baking sheet. Cut the dough into 3x1-inch strips. Prick each cookie strip multiple times with a fork.
- Refrigerate the cut cookie strips for at least 30 minutes, or you can refrigerate them overnight.
- When ready to bake, separate the cookie strips and place them about 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are lightly browned, which will take 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the baked cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are delicious on their own or can be decorated with frosting or sprinkles. They store well in an airtight container at room temperature for several days.