Indulge in the delightful simplicity of homemade butter cookies! This classic recipe yields tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookies perfect for any occasion. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create these buttery treats in under an hour. This recipe uses simple ingredients like butter, icing sugar, vanilla, egg, flour and cornstarch....
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 250gbutter
- 1cupicing sugar
- 1tbspvanilla flavor
- 1egg
- 2cupsflour
- 1/3cupcornstarch
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
448.0kcal (22.4%)
Protein
6.8g (13.66%)
Carbs
57.0g (20.74%)
Sugars
25.8g (51.6%)
Healthy Fat
6.2g
Unhealthy Fat
15.7g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Butter Cookies
Mixing the Dough
In a bowl, mix butter and icing sugar until fluffy.
Add vanilla flavor and egg; mix until well combined.
Add flour and cornstarch; mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Chilling and Shaping
Put the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill.
Transfer the dough into a piping bag with your favorite nozzle.
Pipe your favorite design onto parchment paper.
Baking
Bake in the oven until the cookies are golden brown. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
Enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
448.0kcal (22.4%)
Protein
6.8g (13.66%)
Carbs
57.0g (20.74%)
Sugars
25.8g (51.6%)
Healthy Fat
6.2g
Unhealthy Fat
15.7g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
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Tips & Tricks
For best results, use room-temperature butter.
Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with a corner cut off.
FAQS
Can I use salted butter for these cookies?
Yes, you can use salted butter, but you may want to reduce the amount of salt in the recipe or omit it entirely.
How do I store these butter cookies?
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Can I freeze the cookie dough?
Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil. It can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before using.
What temperature should the oven be at?
While the recipe does not explicitly mention the baking temperature, butter cookies are typically baked at 350°F (175°C). Adjust baking time accordingly.
Can I add other flavors to these cookies?
Yes, you can add other flavors such as lemon zest, almond extract, or chocolate chips to customize the cookies to your liking.
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