Vanilla Teething Biscuits

These are extremely hard cookies that stand up very well to gnawing! They last much longer than the ones I have bought at the store, and are significantly less messy.

I realize there is sugar in this, and some people may not want to give this to their little ones. However, I'm still confident these are better for my baby than store-bought teething biscuits, and teething can be the WORST. If this little cookie gives my baby some relief, and me some peace, then I am all for it! I could easily leave the sugar out, but I'm sure it would end up tasting like cardboard and she would be less likely to chew on it for an extended period of time. And hey, at least I'm using organic sugar!

Ingredients:

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup organic sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup flour

Directions:

1. Place the egg in a bowl and stir in the sugar and vanilla.
2. Add the flour and stir in, until the dough is stiff (if it's sticky, add a little more flour).
3. Roll out on a lightly floured surface, then cut into 8 to 10 shapes. Allow to stand for 12 hours. (I usually make these in the evening and then leave the dough overnight). 
4. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees, then bake until golden and hard (around 30-40 mins). Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

I find it easier to cut more pieces evenly when I divide the dough into two balls first.

I like to shape the dough into long biscuits, because I feel that this is easier to hold. I also give them one last squeeze in order to leave my finger imprints on them. These grooves seem to make it easier for my baby to hold onto.

I have tasted these just to try them, and they do actually taste pretty good!