World's Best Butter Cookies
I tested 8 butter cookie recipes in search of the perfect one. It had to be buttery, slightly crumbly, and not too sweet. I found the winner: the World’s Best Butter Cookie by Chef Alice Medrich.
Steps for World's Best Butter Cookies
Here's a step-by-step instructions for making World's Best Butter Cookies:
- Beat the butter, sugar, salt and vanilla together until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the egg yolk until well incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl at least once.
- Add the flour and mix just until incorporated.
- Scrape onto a lightly floured board and knead a few times, just until the dough smooths out.
- Turn onto a sheet of plastic wrap and roll into a log, wrap up and refrigerate for several hours or freeze.
- Before baking, preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Line your baking sheets with parchment.
- Slice the dough into slices about 1/8" thick and place them on the sheets about an inch apart (they won't be spreading very much, but they need air room around each cookie).
- Bake until JUST beginning to turn golden around the edges, about 16-18 minutes.
- Note: you can do many things with these cookies.
- You could roll the dough out and cut shapes.
- You could slice them even thinner and sandwich them with chocolate or jam or lemon curd.
- You could make them and then dip them half into chocolate.
- You could just make them and eat them, which is my favorite.
- Whatever you do, they will be delicious.
Why you'll love World's Best Butter Cookies
- Irresistible Flavor: The rich, buttery taste of these cookies is unparalleled, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. The perfect balance of sweetness and buttery richness creates a melt-in-your-mouth experience that keeps you coming back for more.
- Versatile Enjoyment: Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea, coffee, or milk, these cookies complement a variety of beverages and are perfect for any time of day. They are also excellent as a gift or for special events, bringing a touch of homemade goodness to gatherings.
- Simple Ingredients: Made with high-quality, simple ingredients, the 'World's Best Butter Cookies' are easy to prepare and free from artificial additives. This ensures that you can indulge in a delicious treat without any guilt, knowing exactly what goes into each cookie.
World's Best Butter Cookies
Ingredients
- 8 ounces unsalted butter
- 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
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Beat the butter, sugar, salt and vanilla together until smooth and creamy.
-
Mix in the egg yolk until well incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl at least once.
-
Add the flour and mix just until incorporated.
-
Scrape onto a lightly floured board and knead a few times, just until the dough smooths out.
-
Turn onto a sheet of plastic wrap and roll into a log, wrap up and refrigerate for several hours or freeze.
-
Before baking, preheat the oven to 325°F.
-
Line your baking sheets with parchment.
-
Slice the dough into slices about 1/8" thick and place them on the sheets about an inch apart (they won't be spreading very much, but they need air room around each cookie).
-
Bake until JUST beginning to turn golden around the edges, about 16-18 minutes.
-
Note: you can do many things with these cookies.
-
You could roll the dough out and cut shapes.
-
You could slice them even thinner and sandwich them with chocolate or jam or lemon curd.
-
You could make them and then dip them half into chocolate.
-
You could just make them and eat them, which is my favorite.
-
Whatever you do, they will be delicious.
Notes
- Ensure that your butter is at room temperature before mixing; this helps achieve a creamy consistency and allows for better incorporation of ingredients, resulting in a tender and flavorful cookie.
- Pay attention to the baking time and temperature; overbaking can lead to dry cookies, while underbaking can result in a doughy texture, so monitor them closely until they are lightly golden around the edges.
