Description
Classic butter cookies with a rich flavor and crisp texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Optional: Sprinkle extra sugar on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look soft but will firm up as they cool.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: butter cookies, classic cookies, baking, dessert