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Butter Cookies

Delicious and simple butter cookies perfect for any occasion, easy to make with basic ingredients.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually blend in the flour and salt until the dough forms.
  5. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  6. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Let cool on wire racks.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week; freeze for up to three months if wrapped well.

  • Author: maya-bake
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 92
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg