Vanilla Butter Cookies
Indulge in the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth perfection of Vanilla Butter Cookies—an easy and delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Made with just five simple ingredients, including rich unsalted butter and fragrant vanilla extract, these classic cookies combine a soft, flaky texture with a subtly sweet flavor that’s impossible to resist. With a quick 15-minute prep time and just 12 minutes in the oven, they’re a breeze to whip up, making them ideal for last-minute gatherings or holiday baking. Customize their look with a fork press or leave them beautifully rustic—either way, they’ll charm your taste buds. Perfect for pairing with coffee, tea, or a tall glass of milk, these irresistible cookies are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 120 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Add the granulated sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the dough and roll it into balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Optional: Flatten each dough ball gently with the back of a fork or the bottom of a glass for a decorative touch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should remain pale.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cookies as they are, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.2 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.4 g | 567% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.8 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 334 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.
