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Basic Butter Cookies

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Deliciously simple Basic Butter Cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate the flour and salt, mixing on low speed until fully combined.
  5. Scoop and shape the dough into rounded balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.

Nutrition

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