Easy Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Easy Butter Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are sure to impress. Ideal for casual snacks or festive gatherings, they can be enjoyed plain or dipped in chocolate for an added touch of sweetness. Quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, these cookies are a fantastic option for sharing with family and friends. Make them your own by adding sprinkles or different flavor extracts, and watch them disappear in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolk, vanilla, and salt; blend until smooth.
- Gradually mix in flour on low speed until combined.
- Transfer half the dough to a piping bag and pipe desired shapes onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For optional chocolate dip, melt chocolate chips with vegetable shortening and dip cooled cookies halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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