Butter Cookies St Martin Caribbean
Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of the Caribbean with these indulgent Butter Cookies inspired by the flavors of St. Martin. Rich, velvety unsalted butter serves as the cornerstone of this recipe, paired with a hint of warm, aromatic nutmeg to evoke the island’s tropical charm. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are quick to prepare, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, and they bake to golden perfection in under 20 minutes. Perfectly balanced with a touch of vanilla and a whisper of salt, these treats are ideal for snacking, gifting, or elevating your dessert table. Whether you’re savoring them with a cup of tea or reminiscing about a Caribbean getaway, these soft, buttery cookies are a taste of paradise in every bite. Plus, with a simple slice-and-bake method, they’re as easy to make as they are irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 280 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg yolk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, salt, and the egg yolk to the creamed butter mixture. Mix on low speed until fully combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the dough in half and roll each portion into a log approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
Once chilled, slice the dough into 1/4-inch-thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to maintain the soft, buttery texture.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 14 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
