Description
These Soft Butter Cookies are tender, melt-in-your-mouth treats perfect for any occasion. Made with simple pantry staples like butter, sugar, and vanilla, these cookies feature a light, buttery texture with a hint of sweetness. Piped into elegant rosettes and optionally topped with fruit jam or melted chocolate, they offer a delightful presentation and flavor that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk, plus more if needed
Toppings (Optional)
- Fruit jam
- Melted chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will help create a tender texture in the cookies.
- Add Egg Yolks and Vanilla: Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, adding richness and flavor to the dough.
- Add Flour and Salt: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing on low speed until large crumbs form, indicating the beginning formation of the cookie dough.
- Add Milk: Pour in the milk and continue mixing until the dough becomes sticky and has the consistency of thick buttercream. Add a little more milk if the dough is too dry.
- Prepare Piping Bag: Transfer the cookie dough into a piping bag fitted with a large open star tip, allowing for decorative rosette shapes to be formed.
- Pipe Cookies: Pipe rosettes of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them to prevent sticking during baking.
- Chill Dough if Needed: If the dough is too soft for piping, chill it briefly in the refrigerator until it firms up for easier handling.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, signaling they are cooked through but still soft.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring or decorating. Optionally, add a dollop of fruit jam or a drizzle of melted chocolate on top for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted to achieve the perfect cookie texture.
- Adjust the milk quantity if the dough feels too dry or too wet; it should pipe smoothly but hold shape well.
- Chilling the dough prevents spreading and helps maintain the rosette shape during baking.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to avoid sticking and help in easy removal of cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft for several days.
- For a festive touch, try topping the cookies with colorful jams or sprinkle with powdered sugar after baking.
