Black Pepper Butter Cookies
Add a bold twist to classic butter cookies with these irresistible Black Pepper Butter Cookies—a perfect harmony of sweet, buttery richness and a surprising kick of freshly cracked black pepper. These gourmet cookies are made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, but the addition of black pepper elevates them to an entirely new level of sophistication. Ready in under 30 minutes, these cookies boast a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a subtle spicy warmth that complements their delicate sweetness. Ideal for adventurous palates, holiday platters, or an elegant afternoon tea, these unique cookies are sure to spark curiosity and delight. Bake up a batch and savor the unexpected!
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Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 Egg yolk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer for 2-3 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, then mix until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, portion out the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
Step 7
Flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.
Step 8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve and enjoy the unique balance of buttery sweetness and a hint of spicy warmth from the black pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (586.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2757.0 |
| Total Fat 152.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 87.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 560.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1230.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 334.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 150.1g | |
| Protein 28.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 144.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 415.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories