Print

World’s Best Butter Cookies: How to Bake Perfectly

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Classic melt-in-your-mouth butter cookies with a rich, delicate texture and perfectly balanced sweetness, ideal for holidays, gifting, or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

2 cups (256g) all-purpose flour

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened but still cool

3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar

1 large egg

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Decorative sugar or sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar together for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Beat until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Roll the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Cut into desired shapes and place on prepared baking sheets. Decorate with sugar or sprinkles if desired.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use high-quality butter for best flavor.

Chill the dough to prevent spreading.

Measure flour carefully using the spoon-and-level method.

Cookies should have pale centers with lightly golden edges when done.

Dough can be refrigerated up to 48 hours or frozen up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://chocolatecoveredamy.com/worlds-best-butter-cookies-how-to-bake-perfectly/