How to Make Cookies with Palm Sugar

Cream together ½ cup softened butter and ¾ cup grated Indonesian palm sugar until fluffy. Mix in 1 egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract. In another bowl, whisk 1½ cups flour, ½ tsp baking soda, and ¼ tsp salt, then gradually blend into the wet mixture. Fold in ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional). Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto a baking sheet, flatten slightly, and bake at 175°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes until golden edges form. Let cool—the palm sugar adds a deep caramel flavor with a subtle molasses richness! 🍪🔥