Recipes For The Best Butter Cookies

Recipes For The Best Butter Cookies

Whether you're planning a cozy afternoon tea or simply want to surprise your family with a delectable treat, nothing quite beats the classic and comforting taste of butter cookies. These delightful cookies are buttery, slightly sweet, and simply melt in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, they can be enjoyed with a cup of hot tea or coffee, or wrapped up beautifully as a thoughtful homemade gift. In this recipe, we will guide you through creating the best butter cookies that are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

  • Prep 15 min
  • Cook 10 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Yield 24 cookies
  • Cuisine American
  • Category Dessert
Regular diet butter cookies classic homemade dessert tea time

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix well.

  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  5. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet.

  6. Optional: Sprinkle the cookie dough balls with granulated sugar.

  7. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.

  8. Cool the cookies on a wire rack before enjoying.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories
120 kcal per cookie
Total Fat
7 g per cookie
Saturated Fat
4.5 g per cookie
Cholesterol
25 mg per cookie
Sodium
70 mg per cookie
Total Carbohydrate
13 g per cookie
Dietary Fiber
0.3 g per cookie
Sugars
6 g per cookie
Protein
1 g per cookie

These butter cookies are perfect for any occasion and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a sweet treat at home, these delightful cookies are sure to brighten your day. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat the oven, and let the aroma of freshly baked butter cookies fill your home with warmth and comfort. Happy baking!