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Classic Butter Cookies

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Delightful Classic Butter Cookies with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich buttery flavor.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: Sprinkles or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and blend for an additional minute.
  4. Gradually incorporate the flour and salt until the dough is slightly crumbly but holds together.
  5. Scoop the dough using a tablespoon, roll into balls, and place on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Gently flatten the tops and sprinkle with sugar or toppings if desired.
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown, then let cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. For a fun twist, let kids decorate their cookies with various toppings.

Nutrition

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