If you’re on a quest for a delightful treat, look no further than Easy Butter Cookies. The cookies are light, crisp, and incredibly simple to whip up, making them a perfect addition to any gathering or a cozy night in. Let’s get baking.
When it comes to the ingredients, using real butter is crucial for achieving that rich flavor and delightful texture. Substituting with margarine or other alternatives is not recommended. Also, feel free to get creative; a sprinkle of food coloring or a drizzle of dark chocolate can add a fun twist to the classic cookie.
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Easy Butter Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cups flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of sugar until very well incorporated.
- Add in 2 cups of flour and mix until the dough forms into a ball, taking care not to over mix.
- Place the dough onto plastic wrap and form it into a roll about 2 1/2 to 3 inches in diameter.
- Wrap the roll tightly and chill it in the fridge for a couple of hours, or until firm.
- Once chilled, slice the roll into 1/4 inch slices and place them on a lightly greased cookie sheet about 1/2 inch apart, as the cookies should not spread too much while baking.
- Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes, or until they are just barely golden around the edges.
- Cool for a couple of minutes on the pan before gently removing them and cooling completely on a cookie rack.
- Once cooled, enjoy their light, crisp, and decadently delicate texture.
Part of our Homemade Cookie Recipes collection — Part 3 of 7:
For a delightful change of pace, consider whipping up Easy Monster Cookies. The cookies combine the beloved flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with a fun twist that makes them irresistible.