Vanilla Butter Cookies Recipe
These Vanilla Butter Cookies are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. With lightly golden edges and a soft, buttery center, they make an elegant addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and Flatten Cookies: Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use Softened Butter: Softened butter helps create a fluffy texture when creamed with sugar. If the butter is too cold, it won’t mix as smoothly.
- Don’t Overbake: Watch the cookies closely—remove them from the oven as soon as the edges are lightly golden to keep them soft and tender.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): For slightly thicker cookies, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before shaping and baking.