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You are just 7 ingredients away from the PERFECT butter cookie. No stale tin cookies here!


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. 7 Ingredients Only : No extras—just pure, simple butter cookie perfection.
  2. Stay Soft & Fresh : The dough’s balance of butter and sugar ensures a tender crumb.
  3. Quick & No-Fuss : Ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time).
  4. Customizable : Add sprinkles, citrus zest, or chocolate chips without breaking the ingredient count.
  5. Buttery Heaven : High-fat European butter makes them rich and luxurious.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Makes 24–30 cookies

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter , softened (use high-quality for best results)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (or ½ cup powdered sugar for extra tenderness)
  • 1 large egg , room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Cream Butter & Sugar

  1. In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).

Step 2: Add Egg & Vanilla

  1. Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.

Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 4: Combine Dough

  1. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mix. Mix until just combined (don’t overwork the dough).

Step 5: Chill the Dough

  1. Shape dough into a log (or disk), wrap in parchment, and refrigerate for 30 minutes . This prevents spreading and keeps cookies soft.

Step 6: Bake to Golden Perfection

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) . Roll dough into balls (or slice log into rounds).
  2. Bake for 10–12 minutes —edges should be lightly golden, centers soft. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring.

Why This Recipe Works

  • Butter Quality : High-fat butter ensures richness and moisture.
  • Chill Time : Keeps dough firm for even baking and prevents dryness.
  • Baking Powder : Adds slight lift without making them cakey.