Description
Experience the delight of homemade French Butter Cookies, where crispy edges meet a melt-in-your-mouth center. These buttery, golden treats are perfect for any occasion—whether enjoyed alone with coffee or shared at gatherings. With their rich flavor and simple preparation, these cookies promise to bring warmth and joy to every kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually incorporate this dry mix into the butter-sugar mixture until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract. Optionally, add lemon zest or almond extract for extra flavor.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For enhanced texture, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking. Experiment with mix-ins such as chocolate chips or nuts for a unique twist.