Description
Indulge in the exquisite crunch of French Butter Cookies, a delightful treat that perfectly balances rich buttery flavor with a crispy texture. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are ideal for any occasion, whether enjoyed during afternoon tea or shared at festive gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create elegant delights that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt until fully combined.
- Gradually add sifted flour, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Keywords: - For added flair, roll dough into balls or flatten slightly with a fork before baking. - Customize by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or spices like cinnamon.