The Best Homemade Black and White Cookies Recipe with Claire Saffitz | Dessert Person

Join us in the kitchen with Claire Saffitz, as she takes on the iconic Black and White Cookie in this episode of Dessert Person! Originating in New York City (maybe), Black and White Cookies have become a beloved treat across the country. While many bakeries offer their own take on this classic dessert, nothing compares to a homemade Black and White Cookie made from scratch. In this episode, Claire Saffitz shows you how to make the perfect Black and White Cookie, from mixing the batter to icing and decorating. You'll learn about the history of the Black and White Cookie, and why making them at home is the ultimate way to enjoy this delicious treat. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe is sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and let's get baking!

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Ingredients:
COOKIES
2 cups all-purpose flour (9.5 oz / 270g), plus more for rolling
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt or 1⁄2 teaspoon Morton kosher salt
1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup granulated sugar (7 oz / 200g)
1 1⁄2 sticks unsalted butter (6 oz / 170g), at room temperature
2 large eggs (3.5 oz / 100g), at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1⁄2 cup buttermilk (4.2 oz / 120g), at room temperature

ICING
3 1⁄2 cups confectioners’ sugar
(13.6 oz / 385g), sifted if lumpy, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
2 tablespoons boiling water
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoapowder

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Video Series:
Producer/Director: Vincent Cross
Camera Operator: Calvin Robertson
Editor: Hal McFall
Assistant Editor: Asher Rogers
Theme Song: Michael Guggino

Animation Credits:
Character Designer/Animator: Jack Sherry
Character Rigger: Johara Dutton
Background/Prop Designer: M. Cody Wiley
Background Illustrator: Jagriti Khirwar