Description
Indulge in the best butter cookies! Buttery, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. With minimal ingredients and a quick prep time, they’re easy to make and impossible to resist.
Ingredients
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until incorporated.
- Sift in flour and salt gradually, blending until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip or a cookie press. Pipe or press desired shapes onto the baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle cooled cookies with melted chocolate for added flavor.
Citrus Twist: Add a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest for a zesty touch.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 24 cookies
- Calories: 120 kcal (per cookie, assuming 24 cookies)
