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.

Butter Cookies

Name: Butter Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 250 g butter; 1 cup icing sugar; 1 tbsp vanilla flavor; 1 egg; 2 cups flour; 0.3333333333333333 cup cornstarch

Maryam Auwal (@meerahscuisine)

European Snack Dessert Nut-Free Contains Eggs

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. Learn how to make these delicious cookies with our easy-to-follow instructions. Perfect for holidays, parties, or a simple afternoon treat, these butter cookies are sure...

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Prep Time

15min

Cook Time

15min

Total Time

30min

Ingredients

6 Servings

(1 serving = Approximately 3-4 cookies)

Cookie Dough

butter
250g
icing sugar
1cup
vanilla flavor
1tbsp
egg
1
flour
2cups
cornstarch
1/3cup

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How to make Butter Cookies

Mixing the Dough

Step 1
In a bowl, mix butter and icing sugar until fluffy.
Step 2
Add vanilla flavor and egg; mix until well combined.
Step 3
Add flour and cornstarch; mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Chilling and Shaping

Step 1
Put the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill.
Step 2
Transfer the dough into a piping bag with your favorite nozzle.
Step 3
Pipe your favorite design onto parchment paper.

Baking

Step 1
Bake in the oven until the cookies are golden brown. Baking time may vary depending on your oven.
Step 2
Enjoy!

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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

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.