Recipe of Classic Vanilla Slice

Caramel Slices

Very easy to follow vanilla custard slice recipe with a how to step by step guide to making the perfect creme patissiere.

Recipe Summary Caramel Slices

An old refrigerator cookie recipe.

Ingredients | Classic Vanilla Slice

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 cup shortening, melted and cooled slightly

2 cups packed brown sugar

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and nutmeg in a bowl and set aside.

Beat together in a large bowl the melted shortening and the brown sugar. Beat in the eggs, then the vanilla extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.

Shape dough into a log measuring 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap log in waxed paper or foil and chill for 4 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (180 degrees C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.

Slice log into slices 1/4 inch thick. Place slices 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly colored. Cool on wire racks.

Info | Classic Vanilla Slice

Servings: 24 Yield: 4 - 5 dozen

TAG : Caramel Slices

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