Deliciously Buttery Butter Cookies
These Deliciously Buttery Butter Cookies are crisp on the outside and tender inside, loaded with real butter and vanilla—perfect for holiday trays, gift boxes, or simple afternoon tea treats!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 2 large egg yolks room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Colored sugar or sprinkles optional, for decorating
Instructions
- Beat the room-temperature butter with both sugars until pale and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes, scraping down the bowl once.
- Add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each, then stir in the vanilla extract until silky.
- Whisk flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl to avoid lumps and ensure even distribution.
- Fold the dry mix into the butter mixture gently until just combined—stop when no streaks of flour remain.
- Form the dough into a disc, wrap tightly, and chill for at least 30 minutes so cookies hold their shape.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Roll chilled dough to 1/4 inch thickness, cut shapes, arrange 1 inch apart, then bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set.
- Allow cookies to rest 2 minutes on the baking sheet before moving to a rack; sprinkle or pipe decorations once cool.
Notes
For extra depth, try browned butter in place of room-temperature butter. Store in a sealed container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze dough for future baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal
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