Best 2 Basic Butter Cookie Dough Recipes

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Welcome to the wonderful world of baking! In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating a delicious and versatile basic butter cookie dough, a foundation for countless delectable treats. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe will provide you with the skills and knowledge to create mouthwatering cookies that will delight your taste buds and impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a sweet adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BASIC BUTTER COOKIE DOUGH



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One basic dough can make very different but equally delectable cookies -- Spritz Butter Cookies, Cut-Out Butter Cookies, and Icebox Butter Cookies.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups (spooned and leveled) all-purpose flour
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut in pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Egg wash, (optional): 1 large egg white, beaten with 2 teaspoons water
Decorating sugar and sprinkles, (optional)

Steps:

  • Place flour, sugar, butter, and salt in the bowl of a food processor; process until mixture is the texture of coarse meal.
  • In a small bowl, lightly beat egg yolks and vanilla; with motor running, add to food processor. Process just until a dough forms.

BASIC BUTTER COOKIE DOUGH



Basic Butter Cookie Dough image

This recipe is used to make a variety of cookies, Basic Butter Cookie Dough that can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

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Yield Makes about 3 pounds dough

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 sticks (1 pound) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/3 cups sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In large bowl of a standing electric mixer beat together butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in yolks, 1 at a time, and vanilla and beat until smooth. Beat in flour gradually, beating dough until just combined well.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality butter. The better the butter, the better the cookies will taste. Look for unsalted butter with a fat content of 82% or higher.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the dough, making the cookies light and airy.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Roll the dough to an even thickness. This will help to ensure that the cookies bake evenly.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help to prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

These basic butter cookie dough recipes are a great starting point for creating your own delicious cookies. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create delicious, homemade cookies that everyone will love. So get creative and experiment with different flavors and add-ins to create your own unique cookie recipes.

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