Best 2 Holland Butter Cookies Recipes

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Holland butter cookies are a delightful treat that has been enjoyed for generations. These cookies are known for their rich, buttery flavor and crumbly texture. They are a popular choice for holiday baking and can also be enjoyed as a simple snack. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, you can create delicious and authentic Holland butter cookies with the right recipe. In this article, we will provide you with the best recipe for Holland butter cookies, along with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your cookies turn out perfectly. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these classic cookies that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HOLLAND BUTTER COOKIES



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My great-grandmother's Holland butter cookies have been passed down in my family from generation to generation. This recipe uses only five ingredients that are usually already in the house. For different holidays, I swap the almonds for cherries, walnuts or ginger. -Tineke De Rosa, Blairstown, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, separated, room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unblanched almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolk. Gradually beat in flour. Press dough into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Score dough into 24 square or diamond bars. Brush egg white over bars. Gently press one almond into the center of each bar., Bake until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before cutting into bars. Cool completely in pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HOLLAND BUTTER COOKIES



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These cookies are delightful all year round. Buttery and light they will melt in your mouth.

Provided by Dort

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Dutch

Time 25m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups butter
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups white sugar
⅛ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a medium bowl, cream butter to soften. Combine the flour, sugar and baking soda, stir into the softened butter. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet. Press down sightly with a cold fork.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 38.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • Make sure your butter is at room temperature before you start. This will help the dough come together more easily.
  • If you don't have a pastry blender, you can use two knives to cut the butter into the flour.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch. If the dough is too thick, the cookies will be too dense.
  • Use a cookie cutter to cut out the cookies. If you don't have a cookie cutter, you can use a sharp knife to cut the dough into squares or circles.
  • Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake the cookies at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Holland butter cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal party. With their simple ingredients and classic flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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