These Mini Butter Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. This recipe uses simple ingredients such as butter, icing sugar, flour, and cornstarch, combined to create a tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookie. With a prep time of just a few minutes and a quick baking time, you can...
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 113gbutter
- 1/2cupicing sugar
- 1cupflour
- 2tbspcornstarch
- 1egg yolk
- Vanilla extract
Equipment
- Parchment paper
- 1bag Piping
- Nozzle
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
65.3kcal (3.27%)
Protein
1.0g (2.04%)
Carbs
8.3g (3%)
Sugars
3.1g (6.12%)
Healthy Fat
1.0g
Unhealthy Fat
2.4g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Mini Butter Cookies
Making the Dough
Combine butter and sugar in a bowl, and mix well until creamy.
Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, then mix again until combined.
Add the flour and cornstarch to the mixture. Use a spatula to gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Mix until well combined and transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with your desired nozzle.
Baking the Cookies
Place parchment paper on a baking tray.
Pipe the cookie dough onto the parchment paper in your desired shapes. You can add toppings like chocolate chips or cherries.
Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes. Watch carefully, as baking time may vary depending on your oven.
Bake at a low temperature to prevent burning.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
65.3kcal (3.27%)
Protein
1.0g (2.04%)
Carbs
8.3g (3%)
Sugars
3.1g (6.12%)
Healthy Fat
1.0g
Unhealthy Fat
2.4g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
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Tips & Tricks
Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
Be careful not to overbake the cookies, as they can burn easily. Keep an eye on them and adjust the baking time as needed.
Use a variety of toppings to customize the cookies to your liking.
For best results, let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
FAQS
Can I use salted butter for these cookies?
Yes, you can use salted butter. However, consider reducing the amount of salt in the recipe or omitting it entirely, to balance the flavors.
How do I store the mini butter cookies?
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh 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 place it in a freezer bag. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw completely before using.
What can I use instead of cornstarch?
If you don't have cornstarch, you can use potato starch or tapioca starch as a substitute. These will provide a similar tender texture to the cookies.
Can I add different flavor extracts to the dough?
Yes, you can add other flavor extracts like almond, lemon, or orange extract to the dough to customize the flavor of the cookies.
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