Indulge in the timeless charm of homemade vanilla wafers, a classic treat that has stood the test of time. These delicate and crispy cookies, often served with tea or coffee, boast a subtly sweet vanilla flavor that pairs perfectly with a variety of fillings and toppings. Discover the secrets to creating these delightful wafers with two carefully curated recipes: the classic vanilla wafers that evoke nostalgic memories and a delectable chocolate-dipped variation that adds an extra layer of indulgence. Both recipes are presented with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can achieve perfect results. Embrace the joy of baking with these old-fashioned vanilla wafers and experience the satisfaction of creating a sweet treat that will delight your taste buds and transport you back to simpler times.
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OLD FASHIONED VANILLA WAFER BANANA CREAM PUDDING
When you take your first bite of our old fashioned vanilla wafer banana cream pudding, you're going to melt into a puddle of happiness.
Provided by Meghan Yager
Categories Pudding
Time 2h45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch square glass baking dish with a single layer of vanilla wafers, and top with a layer of banana slices.
- To make the pudding, combine sugar with flour in a medium saucepan. Stir to combine, then stir in 1/2 cup milk.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks until light in color, then whisk them into the milk mixture. Add the remaining milk and butter, and a pinch of salt.
- Place over low heat and cook until butter has melted and mixture has thickened, stirring frequently for 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Immediately pour half of this mixture over the bananas and wafers in the baking dish.
- Add a layer of vanilla wafers and then a final layer of banana slices. Pour the rest of the pudding mixture on top.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Chill before serving, for at least 2 hours. Beat heavy cream with sugar on high speed until it forms stiff peaks. Serve garnished with homemade whipped cream and banana slices.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 dessert portion, Calories 286 calories, Sugar 38 g, Sodium 40.2 mg, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, Cholesterol 84.3 mg
RUM BALLS
Rum flavor comes through nicely in these traditional, no-bake rum balls. I like to make a few dozen at a time and give them to my neighbors for Christmas-Audrey Larson, Bloomington, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together wafer crumbs, pecans, confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Combine rum, honey and water; stir into crumb mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional confectioners' sugar or wafer crumbs. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
OLD FASHIONED VANILLA WAFERS
These are just like the cookies we used to get in kindergarten with a glass of cold milk. Adapted from My Most Favorite Dessert Company.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 22m
Yield 4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the margarine together with the sugar on low speed until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla until incorporated.
- Stir in the zests.
- Still on low speed, beat in the flour until fully blended.
- By teaspoonfuls, drop the batter onto the baking sheets, leaving a good two inches between each cookie.
- Bake for about 7 minutes, or until the wafers are lightly browned along the edges.
- Transfer to a cooling rack where they will crisp as they cool.
- Store carefully in layers in an airtight container.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Real vanilla extract and unsalted butter are essential.
- Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients blend together more easily.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help them bake evenly.
- Watch the cookies closely while they are baking. They can burn easily.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned vanilla wafers are a classic cookie that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a crisp texture and a sweet, vanilla flavor, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are enjoying them on their own or using them in a dessert recipe, old-fashioned vanilla wafers are sure to be a hit.
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