Easy Butter Cookies
Indulge in the buttery simplicity of these Easy Butter Cookies, a timeless treat perfect for any occasion. Made with just five pantry staples—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—these melt-in-your-mouth cookies come together in no time, with only 15 minutes of prep required. The dough is effortlessly shaped and adorned with a simple fork pattern, creating charming, bakery-style cookies with minimal effort. Baked to golden perfection in under 12 minutes, these cookies are ideal for pairing with your afternoon tea or coffee. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a go-to recipe for gifting or week-long snacking. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these classic homemade butter cookies are guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the vanilla extract and the pinch of salt, and mix until well combined.
Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, mixing with a spatula or spoon at first, and then use your hands to bring the dough together. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
Divide the dough into small, equal-sized portions (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into smooth balls.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork to create a decorative pattern.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just beginning to turn golden.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your homemade butter cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, or store them in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.9 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.4 g | 502% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 173 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.3 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*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.
