Description
These Best Butter Cookies are a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion. With a simple yet delicious recipe, these cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine flour and salt: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls or shape as desired. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass or a fork. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are just beginning to turn golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, dip in chocolate or sprinkle with sanding sugar before baking.
- Dough can be chilled for firmer cookies or rolled and cut into shapes for holidays.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
