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World’s Best Butter Cookies


  • Author: imrane
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful butter cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for sharing and creating memories.


Ingredients

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  • 1 large Egg yolk
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp pure Vanilla extract
  • 8 oz unsalted Butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour and salt to the mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Flatten each cookie slightly with the bottom of a glass or your palm.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Enjoy your cookies!

Notes

These cookies can be customized by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or spices for a unique twist.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: butter cookies, easy cookies, holiday baking, dessert