Description
These classic butter cookies are buttery, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for tea time, holidays, or any occasion where you crave a simple yet delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or shape into small balls and flatten slightly.
- Pipe or place cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to pipe or shape.
- Dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate for a festive twist.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: butter cookies, classic cookies, easy butter cookies, holiday cookies