Ingredients for Butter Cookies
- 1 1/4 cups (150g) powdered sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- decorative sugars (optional)
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- food coloring (optional, for glaze)
- sprinkles (optional, for glaze)
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How to Make Butter Cookies
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 1/4 cups (150g) powdered sugar, 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g) unsalted butter, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the dough in half.
- Wrap each half tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days).
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly flour a clean work surface.
- Roll out one half of the dough to 1/8 to 1/4-inch thickness. Keep the remaining dough chilled.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
- Sprinkle with decorative sugars, if desired.
- Bake for 6-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
- **For Ornaments:** While cookies are still warm, use a toothpick to make a small hole near the top of each cookie for hanging.
- Let cookies cool completely on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
- **Confectioners' Glaze (Optional):** In a small bowl, combine 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (57g) softened unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Gradually add milk (1-2 tablespoons) until you reach your desired consistency. Add food coloring, if desired.
- Once cookies are completely cool, decorate with glaze and sprinkles.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
63g
Fat
30g
Carbs
8g
