This Vanilla Wafers recipe comes together in about 25 minutes and uses a no-bake method that’s perfect for a fun afternoon with the kids! You’ll find that not only is it a quick and easy recipe to whip up, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser that your family will absolutely adore. The versatility of this treat is amazing, feel free to switch up the flavorings or add in your favorite mix-ins to suit your taste!
Ingredient Breakdown
- 1½ Cup All-Purpose Flour (I Used Einkorn Flour)
- ¾ tsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Sea Salt
- ½ Cup Unsalted Butter (Room Temp or Melted)
- ½ Cup Honey
- 1 Egg
- 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 Tbsp Whole Milk (or Any of Your Choice)
How to Make Vanilla Wafers
Let’s get cooking! You’ll love how simple this process is.
Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350℉. The smell of freshly baked cookies, oh, my goodness, it’s going to be magical!
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and sea salt until combined. Set this aside because you want to avoid any lumps in your batter. No one wants lumpy cookies, am I right?
Cream Butter and Honey: In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, cream together the butter and honey on medium speed until it’s light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Don’t rush this step; it’s crucial for a light cookie!
Add Wet Ingredients: Now, add in that egg, your luscious vanilla, and the milk. Blend everything together again until it’s super fluffy and combined. It’ll smell heavenly, seriously, just a foretaste of the yumminess to come!
Combine Mixture: Slowly incorporate your flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix; we want tender wafers, not tough ones!
Chill the Batter: Pop your batter into the fridge and chill for about 15 minutes. This will help solidify the dough and make it easier to handle when you scoop and drop later.
Prepare Baking Sheet: While you’re waiting, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This is essential for easy clean-up and helps to prevent any sticking!
Dollop Batches: Once the mixture is chilled, transfer it to a ziplock bag, snip a corner off (like makeshift piping), and pipe out dollops about ½ teaspoon each onto the parchment paper spaced a couple inches apart. Don’t stress if they’re not perfect; they’re going to taste amazing either way!
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until they turn a golden brown. Keep an eye on them, you want them crisp but not burnt. As soon as you pull them out, your kitchen will smell like the best bakery around!
Cool and Enjoy: Let them cool completely on a wire rack before enjoying. This is the hardest part, they’re going to be so tempting!
Why I Love This Recipe
Honestly, Vanilla Wafers are one of my go-to recipes when I want something sweet but also super easy to make. They remind me of the cozy afternoons spent in the kitchen with my family, baking and chatting away. I’m a real sucker for anything that can double as a snack or a dessert, and these babies fit the bill perfectly! And the best part is, you can customize them to use whatever you’ve got on hand, mix in chocolate chips, nuts, or even some dried fruit if you’re feeling adventurous!
If you loved these Vanilla Wafers, be sure to check out my Homemade Strawberry Fruit Snacks, my Sweet Potato Crackers, or my Turkish Bagel Recipe! Trust me, they’re all worth a try!
What Makes This Recipe Special
Quick & Easy
This delicious Vanilla Wafers recipe comes together in under 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or those days when you just need a sweet pick-me-up.
Customizable
One of the coolest things about this recipe is how versatile it is! Want to throw in some chocolate chips for a double treat? Go for it! Feel like jazzing it up with sprinkles? Absolutely! Use whatever ingredients you have!
Kid-Friendly
Your kids can get involved in this one! Whether they’re stirring or dolloping, it’s a fun activity to do together, and trust me, they’ll feel oh-so-proud of their creations. Plus, who doesn’t love a sweet snack baked with love?
Storage and Reheating
Keeping Leftovers Fresh
To keep your vanilla wafers fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If they start to get a little soft, you can easily pop them back in a warm oven for a few minutes to crisp up.
Freezer Friendly
Yes! You can freeze these wafers. Just layer them between parchment paper in an airtight container or ziplock bag, and they’ll keep for up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply take them out and let them come to room temperature, or pop them in a warm oven for a quick refresh.
So, there you have it! Quick and easy Vanilla Wafers that are bound to become your family’s new favorite treat! They’re delightful, comforting, and oh-so-simple to make. Trust me, once you whip these up, you’ll want to close your eyes and savor every single bite. Enjoy, and happy baking! Follow us on Pinterest for daily meal inspiration!
Vanilla Wafers
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350℉.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and sea salt until combined.
- In a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, cream together the butter and honey on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add in the egg, vanilla, and milk. Blend until super fluffy and combined.
- Slowly incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined.
- Chill the batter in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Transfer chilled batter to a ziplock bag, snip a corner off, and pipe out dollops about ½ teaspoon each on the baking sheet spaced a couple inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the wafers cool completely on a wire rack before enjoying.