Classic Butter Cookies

Soft, buttery, and delicately sweet—these classic butter cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious and incredibly easy to make. With just four base ingredients, they’re perfect for any occasion or quick baking fix.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, at room temperature

• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour

• ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

3. Add Dry Ingredients

Add the flour and salt to the creamed mixture.
Mix on low speed or with a wooden spoon just until combined.

⚠️ Do not overmix—this helps the cookies stay tender and crumbly.

4. Shape the Dough

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each ball slightly with a fork, creating a simple crosshatch or striped pattern.

5. Bake

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
The tops should remain pale—don’t overbake.

6. Cool

Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

✨ Tips for Success

• Sprinkle with sugar before baking for a lightly crisp sweet top.

• Chill the dough for 20 minutes before rolling if your kitchen is warm—it’ll make shaping easier.

• Add flavor or mix-ins:

  • Chocolate chips or chunks

  • Chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts

  • Dried cranberries or cherries

  • A splash of vanilla or almond extract

Prep Time

• Prep: 20 minutes

• Bake: 12–15 minutes

• Total: ~35 minutes

Nutrition (Per Cookie)

• Calories: ~120

• (Based on 24 cookies per batch; varies with size and mix-ins)