Description
Homemade Butter Cookies are the perfect blend of rich, buttery flavor and delightful sweetness, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that evokes fond memories. These cookies are simple to make, ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during cozy afternoons. With endless customization options, you can easily tailor them to suit every occasion. Bake a batch today and treat yourself and your loved ones to this nostalgic delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets with space in between.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers appear slightly underbaked. Cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg