Best 5 Imperial Butter Cookies Recipes

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Imperial butter cookies, also known as Spitzbuben, are a delightful and classic treat that have been enjoyed for centuries. Originating in Austria, these sandwich cookies are made from a rich buttery dough and filled with a sweet and tangy jam or jelly. With their delicate texture and irresistible combination of flavors, imperial butter cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to afternoon tea parties. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice just starting out, follow our expert guide to discover the best recipe for imperial butter cookies that will impress your loved ones and elevate any gathering.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

IMPERIAL BUTTER COOKIES



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Make and share this Imperial Butter Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bssagman

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 45m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup imperial oleo
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vinegar
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Cream Oleo and sugar.
  • Add vinegar to cream mixture.
  • Mix flour and soda together.
  • Then add to Cream mixture.
  • Make 24 balls (2t) and flatten.
  • Bake 300 for 30 minutes.

NONNY'S IMPERIAL COOKIES



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This is my great grandma's recipe for butter cookies. They melt in your mouth. She always used Imperial brand margarine (hence the name) but they work well with butter also. These can be decorated with colored sugars before baking also.

Provided by Lorianne1

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 25m

Yield 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Chill dough before baking.
  • Drop by 1/2 teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in preheated 300F oven for 20 minutes.

EMPIRE COOKIES



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Jam filled shortbread cookies have been a longtime favorite on Scottish and English tea tables. Now popular in Canada! Store in a covered tin.

Provided by Marguerite

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Filled Cookie Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup raspberry jam
1 cup confectioners' sugar
¼ teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon hot water
¼ cup candied cherries, chopped

Steps:

  • Cream butter. Add sugar, creaming well. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 2 inch rounds, and place on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes, or until very lightly browned at edges. Cool thoroughly.
  • Spread half of the cookies with jam, and top with remaining cookies.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar, almond extract, and enough hot water to make a thin icing. Frost tops of cookies. Top each with a small piece of candied cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 103.7 mg, Sugar 28.5 g

AUNT LISL'S BUTTER COOKIES



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Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Hanukkah     Fall     Kosher

Yield Makes about 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon brandy (optional)
Dash of salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 1/2 cups flour
1 egg yolk
Chopped nuts and raisins or 1 egg white
Coarse sugar colored with blue food coloring
Equipment
Measuring cup
Measuring spoons
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
Cookie cutters or toothpicks
Rolling pin
Greased baking sheet
Pastry brush
Metal spatula
Cooling rack

Steps:

  • Child: In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Then mix in the eggs, brandy, salt, vanilla, and flour. Let rest for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Adult with Child: Roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thick. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Child: You can either use cookie cutters or use the point of a toothpick like a knife to cut out cookies in any shapes you want. Let your imagination run free; how about dreidels, Stars of David, candles with flames attached, the four Hebrew letters on the dreidel?
  • Once you have cut out the cookies, gently place them on the baking sheet. Then either brush them with egg yolk and sprinkle with nuts and raisins or brush with egg white and sprinkle with blue sugar.
  • Adult: Bake for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Use a metal spatula to gently remove each cookie from the baking sheet to a cooling rack or flat plate.

IMPERIAL CINNAMON RED HOT® COOKIES



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A twist on a white chocolate toffee cookie recipe: added cinnamon to the dough, and replaced the white chocolate chips and toffee with cinnamon chips and imperial Red Hots®. These are a hit with family and friends!

Provided by MARCUS1124

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, softened
¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar
⅓ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 ½ cups cinnamon chips
1 ½ cups cinnamon candies (such as Red Hots®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in the egg until completely incorporated.
  • Gradually beat flour mixture into butter mixture until combined. Fold in cinnamon chips and cinnamon candies, mixing just enough to evenly combine.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 8 to 11 minutes. Cool on the pans for 2 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 15.2 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 116.6 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality butter. This is the most important ingredient in imperial butter cookies, so it's worth splurging on the best you can find. Look for unsalted butter with a fat content of at least 82%.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the cookies, making them light and tender.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies at a moderate temperature. This will help to ensure that they bake evenly without burning.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Imperial butter cookies are a classic holiday treat that is sure to please everyone. They are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite flavors. With a little planning, you can make these cookies ahead of time and freeze them for later. So, next time you're looking for a delicious and festive cookie recipe, give imperial butter cookies a try!

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