Description
Classic butter cookies that are versatile and can be customized with various flavors. These cookies have a perfect crisp-tender texture and golden-brown edges.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional flavorings (vanilla extract, almond extract, citrus zest, or cinnamon)
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until well combined.
- Add any optional flavorings if desired.
- Shape dough into cookies.
- Chill shaped cookies for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Notes
- You can use salted butter – just omit the additional salt in the recipe.
- If cookies spread too much, ensure butter isn’t too warm and chill dough properly.
- Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon almond extract, 1 tablespoon citrus zest, or 1 teaspoon cinnamon for variations.
- For vegan version, use high-quality plant-based butter substitute.
- Measure flour correctly by spooning into measuring cups to prevent crumbly cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: butter cookies, basic cookies, customizable cookies, easy cookies, homemade cookies
