Old Fashioned Butter Cookies Recipe

Discover a truly unique butter cookie recipe passed down through generations! Unlike any other, these thin, wafer-like cookies boast an incredible richness from 6 egg yolks, a secret ingredient that elevates them far beyond ordinary butter cookies. This treasured German family recipe, perfected over 31 years, offers a delightful buttery crunch. Prepare to impress with these exceptional cookies – a taste of tradition and pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 661.3 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Fashioned Butter Cookies

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How to Make Old Fashioned Butter Cookies

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
  2. In a food processor, combine the softened butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Process until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the food processor, pulsing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out very thinly (about 1/16 inch thick).
  5. Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut out desired shapes.
  6. Place the cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

104g

Carbs

25g