Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 37 minutes
Description: If you adore butter, then these delightful Pressed Butter Cookies are sure to become your favorite! Reminiscent of cherished holiday moments when my mom would whip them up for Christmas, they are simply irresistible and perfect for any special occasion. Once you start munching, it’s hard to stop! These cookies shine on a platter, especially when using food coloring and a cookie press to create beautiful shapes. This cherished family recipe, originally crafted by my grandmother, can easily be transformed into a chocolate version by substituting 1/4 cup of cocoa for 1/4 cup of flour, adding a delicious twist. Doubling the recipe is a breeze if you’re expecting a crowd!
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins, Easy
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 3 | Cream Cheese |
| 1/2 | Sugar |
| 1 | Vanilla |
| 2 | Flour |
Nutritional Information (Per Cookie)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 53.9 |
| Total Fat | 3.6 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 9.7 mg |
| Sodium | 26.1 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
Instructions
- Cream Together: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese thoroughly until smooth and fluffy.
- Add Sugar: Gradually add in the sugar, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Vanilla: Beat in the vanilla extract, blending until combined.
- Blend in Flour: Gradually blend in the flour until a cohesive dough forms.
- Optional Coloring: If desired, add food coloring to the dough to achieve your preferred color.
- Press and Shape: Force the dough through a cookie press onto an ungreased cookie sheet, creating your desired shapes.
- Decorate: Optionally, decorate the cookies with various sprinkles, sugars, or toppings of your choice.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Yield: Approximately 60 cookies
Rating: 4/5 (3 Reviews)
Enjoy these beautifully crafted Pressed Butter Cookies, perfect for sharing with family and friends at your next gathering!