Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really Recipe

These butter cookies are legendary! A treasured family recipe passed down for generations, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are so good, they've been a favorite for over 36 years. The recipe includes instructions for making a delightful bonus treat with the leftover egg whites (see recipe #188945). Get ready to experience cookie perfection!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 334.2 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • semi-sweet chocolate chips

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How to Make Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large egg yolks and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets, leaving 1 inch between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are very lightly golden. Do not overbake.
  8. Remove cookies from baking sheets while still warm and cool completely on wire racks.
  9. For optional chocolate-covered cookies:
  10. Roll a portion of the dough into a log about 1 inch in diameter. Wrap tightly in wax paper and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  11. Once chilled, roll the log in semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  12. Slice the log into 1/2-inch thick rounds and place on ungreased baking sheets.
  13. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

60g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really?

Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really?

Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really has approximately 334.2 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really?

The key ingredients for Susan Branch's Butter Cookies The Best Really are Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Egg Yolks, Vanilla, Unbleached Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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