Melt-In-Your-Mouth Oil Cookies Recipe | Viral Cracking Cookies (No Butter Required!)

Welcome back to Culinary Compass! Today, we are bringing back a fan-favorite—our famous, melt-in-your-mouth oil cookies! This incredibly popular, budget-friendly recipe proves you don't need butter to achieve a crisp, yet delightfully soft texture. This dessert is easy to follow, and we use simple techniques that guarantee perfect results every time. Learn the key baking tip (hint: it involves preheating!) that ensures your cookies puff up beautifully and develop that signature "cracked" top. We delve into the Food Science behind using oil in baking versus butter, demonstrating how gradual flour addition and proper kneading achieve that ideal soft, pliable dough consistency. Pay close attention to the use of citrus zest (orange or lemon) for a bright, Gourmet flavor profile. Whether you're a beginner or seeking Professional Cooking Techniques for quick desserts, this video is packed with actionable advice for Healthy Living through mindful baking. If you love these cookies, please like the video and subscribe for more culinary education! The full recipe is listed below so you can start baking today. *Melt-In-Your-Mouth Oil Cookies Recipe* Ingredients (based on 200ml measuring cup): 2 Eggs 1 cup Powdered Sugar 1 cup Vegetable Oil 1 packet Vanilla Extract Zest of 1 Orange (or Lemon) Approximately 3 cups Flour (add gradually) 1 packet Baking Powder Optional Coating: Powdered Sugar and Shredded Coconut (equal parts) Instructions: 1. Mix eggs, powdered sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until combined. 2. Stir in the orange zest. 3. Gradually add flour and baking powder. Mix with a spatula until thickened, then knead by hand until the dough is soft and pliable, but not sticky. Total flour used is roughly 3 cups. 4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crucial Step: Always preheat! 5. Break off pieces slightly larger than a hazelnut, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. 6. Bake until puffed and cracked. 7. Once cooled slightly, toss in the optional coating of powdered sugar and shredded coconut.