Susan Branch's Butter Cookies the Best Really
Indulge in the timeless simplicity of *Susan Branch's Butter Cookies the Best Really*, a classic recipe that lives up to its name. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature a buttery base enhanced with a touch of vanilla, creating a rich and delicate flavor perfect for any occasion. With just five pantry-friendly ingredients—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt—this recipe is a testament to the beauty of simplicity. The dough comes together in minutes, and the cookies bake to golden-edged perfection in just 10 minutes. Whether you serve them as a sweet snack, pair them with tea, or gift them to loved ones, these soft and tender butter cookies are guaranteed to be a hit. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these cookies are as delightful to eat as they are easy to make.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Use a measuring tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the dough. Roll each portion between your palms to form smooth balls, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Flatten each cookie slightly using a fork or the bottom of a glass to create a simple pattern on top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden. The cookies should remain pale overall.
Step 9
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze them for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (212g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1197.0 |
| Total Fat 96g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 56g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 16mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 100g | |
| Protein 0.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 24mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 24mg | 0% |
Source of Calories