SUSAN BRANCH'S BUTTER COOKIES - THE BEST (REALLY)

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I remember these from 36 years ago--they're That Good. And you can use 3 of the egg whites to make Recipe #188945 that I've also posted, that are outstanding and memorable!

Provided by carrie sheridan

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 dozen, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups unsalted butter, softened (Kerry Irish Gold)
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 egg yolks
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • With an electric mixer (even the hand-held kind), cream together the butter and the sugar.
  • Add egg yolks and vanilla and mix well.
  • Sift flour and salt together, shaking back and forth in a fine sieve.
  • Beat into the butter mixture until well-mixed.
  • When ready to bake, use an ungreased cookie sheet and place the cookies 1 inch apart.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes and DO NOT BROWN THEM.
  • Remove the cookies from the cookie sheet while still warm and cool on sheets of waxed paper.
  • Decorate if you like:.
  • Shape dough into a roll the width of a cookie.
  • Wrap in waved paper and chill.
  • Before baking, roll in chocolate shots.
  • Slice 1/2 inch thick and bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 350° for 10 minutes. Do Not Brown.

Matthew Carke (midnight collide)
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These cookies are delicious! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I highly recommend them!


Hashini Alawatta
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I made these cookies for my family, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them, and they all asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making them again soon.


Rana Fizan
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're great for parties, potlucks, or just a snack at home.


ifashawna anderson
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I love that these cookies are made with simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need to make them on hand.


Lu
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These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're so easy to make, and they always turn out great.


Imran Sami
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I've never been a big fan of butter cookies, but these ones are amazing. They're so light and airy, and they just melt in your mouth. I'll definitely be making them again.


BTS ARMY WORLD
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Bonnie Karr
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I made these cookies for my kids' school bake sale, and they were a huge success. The kids loved them, and the teachers loved them too. I'll definitely be making them again for the next bake sale.


Noushadk983
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These are the perfect cookies for a cookie exchange. They're easy to make, they travel well, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Tanveer Sanwal
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I wasn't sure how these cookies would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're so light and fluffy, and they have a wonderful flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.


kt khalad
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These cookies are delicious! I love the crispy edges and the soft, chewy centers. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Athlein
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they're always a hit with my family and friends. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Nkundabanyaga Shaban
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These are the best butter cookies I've ever had. They're so rich and decadent, and they have the perfect amount of sweetness. I highly recommend them!


Chichi Ajuzie
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make too, which is a bonus.


Md Miskhat
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These cookies are amazing! They're so buttery and flavorful, and they just melt in your mouth. I love that they're not too sweet, so you can really taste the butter. I'll definitely be making these again and again!