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3-Ingredient Butter Cookies

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Simple, tender butter cookies made with just three pantry staples that melt in your mouth and fill your home with a warm, buttery aroma.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms.
  4. Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form small balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  5. Lightly press down each ball with the back of a fork or the palm of your hand to flatten them slightly.
  6. Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For added flavor, consider incorporating vanilla extract, almond extract, or lemon zest. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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