Sandie (cookie) facts for kids
A sandie is a yummy type of cookie that's a lot like a sugar cookie or shortbread. You might also hear it called a sablé, especially in France. One popular kind is the pecan sandie, which, as you can guess, has pecans in it! The Keebler Company even has a famous brand of these cookies called "Sandies."
Pecans are a key ingredient in many sandies. They can be crushed up and mixed right into the cookie dough. Or, sometimes, whole pecans are placed on top of the cookie before it's baked. This makes them extra crunchy and tasty!
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What Makes a Sandie Cookie?
A sandie cookie is a kind of sugar cookie or shortbread cookie. It's made with common baking ingredients. These usually include flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla.
Some companies, like Keebler, use different oils instead of butter. They might use soya bean oil and palm oil. After sandies are baked, they are sometimes dusted with powdered sugar. This gives them a sweet, snowy look!
Famous Sandies: Keebler Cookies
The Keebler Company makes and sells many kinds of Sandies cookies. They have classic plain ones, Pecan Sandies, and Cashew Sandies. Keebler first started selling their Sandies cookies way back in 1955. Later, in 1993, they added a new flavor: toffee!
Sablé: The French Sandie
What is a Sablé?
The sablé is a very popular type of sandie cookie in France. It is believed to have first been made in a city called Caen. This city is located in Normandy, France.
Why is it Called "Sablé"?
The word "sablé" means "sanded" in the French language. The cookie got this name because of its special texture. It is very crumbly and fine, almost like sand!
Pecan Sandies Gallery
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Pecan sandies with the nuts in the batter
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A close-up view of pecan sandies
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Lemon pecan sandies with the nuts atop
