Girl Scout Cookie from 1917

Take a step back in time and savor the nostalgic flavors of the original Girl Scout Cookie recipe from 1917! This century-old treat delivers a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie with simple, wholesome ingredients like creamy unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfectly crisped in the oven, these delicate cookies are rolled and cut to perfection, giving them a rustic charm reminiscent of homemade desserts from a bygone era. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a wonderful way to recreate history in your kitchen, making 48 cookies ideal for sharing or enjoying with a cup of tea. Whether you're a history buff or simply a fan of classic bakes, these vintage cookies are a delightful homage to the roots of the Girl Scout tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 48

Ingredients

• 2 cups Unsalted butter
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or grease lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then mix in the milk and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out cookies.

Step 7

Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1250 grams (1250.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5084

Total Fat 206.80g	265%
Saturated Fat 116.20g	581%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 871mg	290%
Sodium 2272mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 773.20g	281%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 403.40g
Protein 64.70g	129%

Vitamin D 95IU	475%
Calcium 207mg	16%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 756mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 59.3%