There’s something undeniably nostalgic about a batch of homemade butter cookies. With their golden edges, rich buttery flavor, and delicate crumb, they melt in your mouth and bring comfort with every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet mixture, mixing just until a dough forms.
- Shape the cookies: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip (or roll it into small balls and flatten slightly). Pipe or shape the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Tips
- For extra flavor, you can dip the cooled cookies in melted chocolate or sprinkle them with powdered sugar.
- If the dough feels too stiff to pipe, chill it for 15 minutes to firm up.
Enjoy these classic butter cookies with a warm beverage or pack them up for a thoughtful homemade gift!
