Here’s a recipe for Butter Cookies, including ingredients, instructions, and approximate nutrition information:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Use a fork to gently flatten each dough ball, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the Butter Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition information (per cookie, based on 24 cookies):
- Calories: Approximately 130
- Total Fat: Approximately 7g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 25mg
- Sodium: Approximately 30mg
- Total Carbohydrates: Approximately 15g
- Dietary Fiber: Approximately 0.5g
- Sugars: Approximately 8g
- Protein: Approximately 1.5g
Enjoy these classic Butter Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat!