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World’s Best Butter Cookies

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These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are simple yet incredibly delicious. With just a few ingredients, you can bake the perfect batch of cookies that everyone will love. Their light, crisp texture and subtle vanilla flavor make them a timeless treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  • Beat the butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla together in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the egg yolk and mix until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • Gradually add the flour, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead a few times until smooth.
  • Shape the dough into a log, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for several hours (or freeze for later use).
  • Preheat the oven to 325°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Slice the dough into 1/8-inch thick rounds and place them on the baking sheets, spacing them about an inch apart.
  • Bake for 16-18 minutes or until the edges just begin to turn golden.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets before serving.

Notes

  • Refrigerating the dough is essential for making clean cuts and keeping the cookies from spreading too much while baking.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • For a festive touch, you can sprinkle the cookies with colored sugar before baking.

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