10 apr

Melters

MAKES ABOUT 22

2 eggs

110 g (½ cup) caster sugar

120 g butter, softened

1 teaspoon vanilla essence

110 g (¾ cup) plain flour

90 g (¾ cup) cornflour

½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Using an electric beater, whisk the eggs and sugar in a bowl until thick and pale. In another bowl, beat the butter until soft and creamy and add to the egg mixture with the vanilla.

Sift the dry ingredients into a bowl. Gently stir into the egg mixture until combined well.

Drop tablespoons of mixture onto the prepared tray. Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until golden.