Description
Rich, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth buttery—these classic cookies are perfect for holidays, gifting, or enjoying with a warm cup of tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (256g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened but still cool
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Decorative sugar or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Bring butter to cool room temperature (65°F). Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar in a stand mixer for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract. Beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually mix into butter mixture on low speed until just combined.
- Form dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut with cookie cutters or shape as desired.
- Add decorative sugar or sprinkles if using. Optional: brush tops with egg wash for extra shine.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool 5 minutes on pan, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
Use high-quality butter for best flavor. Chill dough to maintain shape. Slightly underbake for soft, tender cookies that finish setting as they cool.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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