Sweet & Simple Old Fashioned Butter Cookies
These old fashioned butter cookies are a beautiful, yet simple classic. When you take a bite, you get a clean, satisfying little snap at first, followed immediately by a middle that is so soft it practically dissolves on your tongue!
Servings: 30 Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon milk
Optional for topping:
- Coarse sugar
- Sprinkles
- Melted chocolate for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Add the milk and mix just until smooth.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and gently flatten with the bottom of a glass. Add sprinkles or coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.