Ah, butter cookies! Classic, rich, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Here’s a tried-and-true recipe for World’s Best Butter Cookies that you can make at home:
World’s Best Butter Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup (100g) powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy — about 2-3 minutes.
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Add vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
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Add dry ingredients: Gradually sift in the flour and salt. Mix on low speed until a soft dough forms.
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Shape the cookies:
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You can roll the dough into balls (about 1-inch each) and place on the baking sheet, then gently flatten them with a fork or bottom of a glass, or
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Roll out the dough on a floured surface and use cookie cutters for shapes.
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Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are just starting to turn golden.
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Cool: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Perfection:
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Use room temperature butter for the best texture.
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Don’t overmix after adding flour, or cookies can become tough.
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For extra flair, sprinkle a little granulated sugar on top before baking.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.