Description
Enjoy these classic Homemade Butter Cookies, a timeless comfort treat made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, and vanilla. Perfectly crisp on the edges with a tender center, these cookies are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating the perfect base for your cookies.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the dough with a rich, aromatic flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined to form a smooth dough without overworking it.
- Shape Dough: Form the dough into small balls, about one inch in diameter, and place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Flatten Cookies: Use a fork to gently flatten each dough ball slightly, creating the signature cookie shape and helping them bake evenly.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in your preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown indicating they are perfectly crisp.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving to maintain their texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best creaming results.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to one week.
- These cookies freeze well; freeze the dough or baked cookies to enjoy later.
