Soft Butter Cookies
Classic soft and buttery cookies with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and delicate swirls—perfect with a cup of tea or coffee!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Classic, European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: In a bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Vanilla & Dry Ingredients: Mix in vanilla extract, then gradually add flour and salt until fully combined.
- Pipe the Dough: Transfer dough to a piping bag with a star tip and pipe swirls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are slightly golden.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate or dust with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
- If the dough is too firm to pipe, let it soften slightly at room temperature or add 1-2 teaspoons of milk.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal per serving
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