Recipe: The Bestest Butter Cookies (Rolled)
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Description: These delightful butter cookies, a family tradition passed down through generations, are perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah, Thanksgiving, or just a regular day, these cookies bring joy to all who taste them. They are wonderfully versatile, as you can use different cookie cutters to match the theme of any celebration. Plus, they’re so easy to make that even kids can join in on the fun! And despite the name, they taste nothing like play dough – instead, they’re buttery, crumbly, and utterly delicious!
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Grains, Low Protein, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Christmas, Hanukkah, Thanksgiving, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 1176.2
- Total Fat: 65.1g
- Saturated Fat: 40g
- Cholesterol: 256.5mg
- Sodium: 672mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 134.1g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 50.5g
- Protein: 15.1g
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions:
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Cream butter and sugar well: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes of mixing with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
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Add egg and vanilla and beat well: Once the butter and sugar are creamed, add in the egg and vanilla extract. Beat well until everything is fully combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Combine baking powder and flour: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder until well combined.
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Add gradually to creamed mixture: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
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Chill until firm: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until firm. Chilling the dough will make it easier to roll out and cut into shapes.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C): While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
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Roll out dough to about 1/4″ thickness and cut into desired shapes: Once the dough is firm, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
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Bake for 6 to 8 minutes: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Be sure to keep an eye on them, as they can quickly go from perfectly baked to overdone.
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Decorate with frosting or icing if desired: Once the cookies are cool, unleash your creativity and decorate them with frosting, icing, sprinkles, or colored sugar. Let your imagination run wild!
Enjoy these delightful butter cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea, and share the joy with family and friends. Happy baking! 🍪✨
