Description
Delight in these classic French Butter Cookies, tender and buttery with a delicate vanilla flavor and a crisp sugar coating. Perfect for tea time or any special occasion, these cookies are simple to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Coating
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps with the cookie’s texture.
- Add Egg Yolk and Vanilla: Stir in the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well combined to develop flavor and moisture.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, gently mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and keeping cookies tender.
- Shape and Coat Cookies: Roll the dough into one-inch balls, then coat each ball evenly in the granulated sugar, which will give a delightful crunch and sweetness.
- Bake: Place the sugar-coated balls onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them apart, and bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to set and maintain shape.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened for easier creaming and better cookie texture.
- Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of salt or lemon zest to the dough.
- Use parchment paper to prevent cookies from sticking and to promote even baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: French butter cookies, buttery cookies, vanilla cookies, sugar-coated cookies, classic French dessert, easy cookie recipe
