Double Vanilla Delights Recipe

Name: Double Vanilla Delights
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 vanilla bean*; 1 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 Land O Lakes Egg; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped; Sugar; 1 vanilla bean**; 1/3 cup Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half; 2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1 vanilla bean*
1 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 Land O Lakes Egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
Sugar
1 vanilla bean**
1/3 cup Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half
2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar

1
Heat oven to 375F.
2
Slice 1 vanilla bean lengthwise with sharp knife on flat surface.
3
Scrape seeds into bowl; reserve bean pod shell.
4
Add 1 cup butter to seeds in bowl; beat at medium speed until creamy.
5
Add sugar, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and egg; continue beating until well mixed.
6
Add flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; beat at low speed until well mixed.
7
Stir in walnuts.
8
Place additional sugar into bowl.
9
Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll balls in sugar.
10
Place 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
11
Bake 9-11 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned.
12
Cool completely.
13
Slice 1 vanilla bean for frosting lengthwise with sharp knife on flat surface.
14
Open vanilla bean to expose seeds; place vanilla bean with seeds and reserved vanilla bean pod shell into 2-quart saucepan.
15
Add half & half; cook over medium heat until mixture just starts to boil.
16
Remove from heat; let mixture stand at room temperature 30 minutes or until cool.
17
Discard vanilla bean pods.
18
Combine half & half mixture, 2 tablespoons butter and 2 cups powdered sugar in bowl.
19
Beat at low speed, adding additional half & half if necessary for desired frosting consistency.
20
Frost cooled cookies.

1436

kcal

Calories

Fat

157

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 vanilla bean*, 1 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and more.

Yes, Double Vanilla Delights falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Double Vanilla Delights

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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