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Tender Butter Cookies

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A classic tender butter cookies recipe that is quick, easy, and delivers melt-in-your-mouth texture with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for potlucks, lunchboxes, or cozy treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Mix in 1 large egg yolk and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or folding gently until dough is soft but not sticky. Add more flour if too sticky.
  5. Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll into smooth balls. Place about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Optionally, flatten each ball gently with the bottom of a sugar-dipped glass.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges just start to turn golden but centers remain soft.
  7. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature butter and egg yolk for best mixing. Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps. Chilling dough for 30 minutes before baking helps control spreading. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies tender. Optionally add lemon zest or dip in chocolate for variations.

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