Butter Cookies are a classic treat, known for their rich, buttery flavor and delightfully crumbly texture. Simple to make with just a few ingredients, they’re perfect for any baking enthusiast looking for a quick and delicious snack.
Ingredients:
- 250g salted butter, softened: Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- ½ tsp vanilla extract: Adds a subtle, sweet aroma.
- 75g icing sugar: For a smooth, sweet touch.
- 250g plain flour: The base of your cookie dough.
How to Make Butter Cookies:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 200C (180C fan/gas 6). This step is crucial for ensuring your cookies bake evenly.
- Line your baking trays with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Creating the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, vanilla extract, and icing sugar.
- Use an electric whisk to beat these ingredients until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy. This incorporates air, making your cookies light and crumbly.
- Sift the plain flour over your butter mixture. This prevents lumps and ensures a smooth dough.
- Gently fold in the flour using a spatula or your whisk, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Piping the Cookies:
- Spoon the cookie dough into a piping bag fitted with a medium star nozzle. If you don’t have a piping bag, a ziplock bag with a corner cut off can work as a makeshift one.
- Pipe the dough onto your prepared trays, forming small 5cm swirls. Leave enough space between each swirl, as the cookies will spread while baking.
- Baking:
- Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Keep an eye on them after 15 minutes; they should be pale golden when done.
- Avoid opening the oven frequently, as this can cause uneven baking.
- Cooling and Serving:
- After baking, let the cookies cool on the trays for about 5 minutes. This helps them set and makes them easier to transfer.
- Gently move the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once cooled, serve your butter cookies with a beverage of your choice or store them in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
You May Also Enjoy:
- Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
- Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
- Copycat Crumbl Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookie
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