BUTTER COOKIES

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This great butter cookie recipe is a favorite of my nephews, who love the creamy frosting. -Ruth Griggs, South Hill, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 tablespoons 2% milk
Red food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Using a cookie press fitted with a heart disk, press dough 1 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until set but not brown, 6-8 minutes. Cool on wire racks., For frosting, beat butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach a spreading consistency. If desired, tint with food coloring. Decorate cookies as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Solomon Nengem
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I'm going to make these cookies again soon!


Ahtasham Jatt
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Manti Maduna
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Yum!


Inshal Wajeeh
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5 stars!


M. Hussnain
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Fox Family
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These cookies are so delicious.


abu nayem
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I love the buttery flavor of these cookies.


af rakib
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These cookies are so easy to make. I can even make them with my kids.


Jannat Nazir
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfect.


HAfeez Swati
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These cookies are a hit with my family and friends!


Nash Nation
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I'm so happy I found this recipe!


Celebrities Official
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These cookies are so good!


Saher Amjad
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I love these cookies!


Jamal Sorder
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These cookies are amazing!


Lauren Francis
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now a staple in my kitchen.


Masom Boy
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.


Juan Rall
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I love the simplicity of these cookies. They're made with just a few ingredients, but they're so flavorful.


Azorous
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These cookies are the best! I've tried many different butter cookie recipes, but this one is by far my favorite.


Tulinave Mfungati
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit! They're so delicious and everyone loves them.


Kh Nahim
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These cookies were so easy to make and they turned out perfect! I love the simple, buttery flavor.


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