Suzanne Laubheimer's Version of the Famous Berger C

Name: Suzanne Laubheimer's Version of the Famous Berger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; ½ cup confectioners' sugar; ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided use); ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 ½ cups flour; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon cream of tartar; 3 cups chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Beat butter, confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar and salt in a bowl until well blended.
3
Add egg and vanilla beat until light and fluffy.
4
sift flour, baking soda and cream of tartar and stir into creamed mixture.
5
Chill about 2 hours.
6
Shape dough into 1-inch balls; place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
7
Press to flatten with a glass buttered on the bottom and dipped in remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
8
Rebutter if necessary and dip in sugar each time.
9
Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until light brown on the edge.
10
When cookies are cool, melt chocolate chips in a small, heavy-duty saucepan over lowest heat possible; stir.
11
When chips begin to melt, remove from heat and stir.
12
Return to heat for a few seconds at a time, stirring until smooth, then ice cookies.
13
Note: Don't make cookies on a damp, rainy day because it takes too long for icing to set.

1659

kcal

Calories

Fat

197

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, ½ cup confectioners' sugar, ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided use), ⅛ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Suzanne Laubheimer's Version of the Famous Berger Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Suzanne Laubheimer's Version of the Famous Berger Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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