Butter Cookies: The Best Easy Recipe for Homemade Bliss
Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade butter cookies with this simple recipe that guarantees bliss in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on wire racks.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add chocolate chips or nuts.
- Be sure not to overbake for a softer texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg