Ingredients
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- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For Garnish (Optional):
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Chocolate drizzle
- Crushed nuts or sprinkles
Instructions
- Preparing the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on high speed until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes). Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing. If desired, stir in vanilla extract for extra flavor. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
- Piping the Cookies: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe small rosettes or swirls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie. For a simpler method, use a spoon to drop small mounds of dough onto the sheet.
- Baking the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the cookies for 20–25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even baking. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Finishing Touches: Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a classic look, or drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with crushed nuts or sprinkles for added flair. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Vegan alternative: Use plant-based butter and ensure all other ingredients are vegan-friendly.
- Storage tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage. Thaw frozen cookies at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Classic/Traditional
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (1/24th of the recipe)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg