Classic Butter Cookies

Classic Butter Cookies are the epitome of simplicity and elegance. With their rich, buttery flavor and delicate crisp texture, they are perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed plain, piped into intricate shapes, or dipped in chocolate for an indulgent touch, these cookies never fail to impress. Loved by all ages, they pair beautifully with tea, coffee, or a tall glass of milk.

Servings: 24 Cookies

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 30 minutes

Bake Time: 10-12 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients

For the Butter Cookies:

• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt

Optional Toppings & Variations:

• ½ cup (90g) melted dark or white chocolate (for dipping)
• ¼ cup (40g) finely chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios, or hazelnuts)
• ¼ cup (40g) sprinkles or coarse sugar

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Dough:

1. In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.

3. Sift in the flour and salt, then mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 2 – Chill & Shape:

4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

5. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

6. Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters, or pipe using a star-tipped piping bag.

Step 3 – Bake:

7. Arrange cookies on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.

8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges turn light golden.

9. Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 4 – Add Toppings (Optional):

10. Dip half of each cookie into melted chocolate and sprinkle with nuts or sugar for extra flair.

11. Allow chocolate to set before serving or storing.

Nutrition Info (Per Cookie):

• Calories: ~90 kcal
• Carbs: 9g
• Protein: 1g
• Fats: 6g
• Sugar: 3.5g

Pro Tip: For extra crispiness, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes, but watch carefully to avoid overbrowning!