Classic butter cookies are a timeless treat, enjoyed by people of all ages. They are simple to make, yet they offer a rich, buttery flavor that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are baking for a special occasion or just want a sweet treat to enjoy with your family, classic butter cookies are a great choice. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create delicious cookies that will be a hit with everyone you share them with.
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WORLD'S BEST BUTTER COOKIES
I tested 8 different butter cookie recipes, looking for the "perfect" butter cookie. It had to be buttery, a little crumbly (like shortbread), and not too sweet. This is the winner. I think these are the Worlds Best Butter Cookie, courtesy of Chef Alice Medrich.
Provided by P48422
Categories Dessert
Time 33m
Yield 48 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Beat the butter, sugar, salt and vanilla together until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the egg yolk until well incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl at least once.
- Add the flour and mix just until incorporated.
- Scrape onto a lightly floured board and knead a few times, just until the dough smooths out.
- Turn onto a sheet of plastic wrap and roll into a log, wrap up and refrigerate for several hours or freeze.
- Before baking, preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Line your baking sheets with parchment.
- Slice the dough into slices about 1/8" thick and place them on the sheets about an inch apart (they won't be spreading very much, but they need air room around each cookie).
- Bake until JUST beginning to turn golden around the edges, about 16-18 minutes.
- Note: you can do many things with these cookies.
- You could roll the dough out and cut shapes.
- You could slice them even thinner and sandwich them with chocolate or jam or lemon curd.
- You could make them and then dip them half into chocolate.
- You could just make them and eat them, which is my favorite.
- Whatever you do, they will be delicious.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.5, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 14, Sodium 12.9, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 0.6
BUTTER COOKIES II
This is a simple butter cookie that can be used in a cookie press, as a drop cookie or made into a roll and sliced. There is no mystery cookie for a cookie press...any stiff butter type can be used. Just be sure to chill it thoroughly so it keeps its shape while baking.
Provided by Ceil Wallace
Categories Desserts Cookies Refrigerator Cookie Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour and salt; stir into the sugar mixture. Cover dough, and chill for at least one hour. Chill cookie sheets.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Press dough out onto ungreased, chilled cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly golden at the edges. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 54.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
CLASSIC BUTTER COOKIES
This recipe came with my electric cookie press, and I keep losing the book when I need it, so I am posting it on here to share the goodness, and to have the recipe handy.
Provided by MegCas
Categories Dessert
Time 32m
Yield 125 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat over to 350.
- Put the flour and salt into a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine, reserve.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and sugar. Using a mixer, mix until light and creamy. Add the vanilla and egg; mix until combined. Add the reserved dry ingredients and mix on low until just combined.
- Press cookie dough out onto an ungreased/unlined baking pan about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool cookies before removing from the pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.6, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 9.5, Sodium 10.4, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 0.4
CLASSIC BUTTER COOKIES II
Simple and tasteful is always a classic.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Cut-Out Cookies
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream the butter until light. Gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract.
- Gradually blend in the flour. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes, using lightly floured cookie cutters. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CLASSIC BUTTER COOKIES II
Simple and tasteful is always a classic.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Cut-Out Cookies
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream the butter until light. Gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract.
- Gradually blend in the flour. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes, using lightly floured cookie cutters. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CLASSIC BUTTER COOKIES II
Simple and tasteful is always a classic.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Cut-Out Cookies
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream the butter until light. Gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract.
- Gradually blend in the flour. Cover and chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes, using lightly floured cookie cutters. Place cookies on ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
Tips:
- Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Use parchment paper: This will prevent the cookies from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown: This will ensure that the cookies are cooked through without being overdone.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them: This will help them to set and keep their shape.
Conclusion:
Classic butter cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of cookies that will be sure to please everyone. Whether you enjoy them plain or decorated with sprinkles, frosting, or other toppings, these cookies are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give classic butter cookies a try!
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