Butter Cookies Recipe
These buttery cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Simple to make, they're perfect with tea or as a delightful snack anytime.
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
- 2/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- optional Sanding sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each piece into a ball. If desired, roll them in sanding sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Once baked, cool the cookies on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie Scoop
- Wire Rack
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for the best texture.
- Spoon and level flour to avoid packing it down.
- Chill sticky dough for easier handling.