Description
French Salted Butter Cookies are an irresistible blend of sweet and salty, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will enchant your taste buds. With a golden exterior and a hint of flaky sea salt, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering or indulging in a cozy night at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract, then gradually add the sifted flour and sea salt until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and place them on the baking sheet spaced two inches apart.
- Sprinkle each cookie ball with additional sea salt before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown; centers should remain soft. Allow to cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg