Description
Button cookies are delightful, bite-sized treats that evoke warmth and nostalgia. Their buttery flavor and soft texture make them perfect for sharing with family and friends. Easy to prepare and versatile, these cookies can be customized with your favorite mix-ins, making them an ideal addition to any gathering or a sweet surprise for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft. Allow cooling on sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (22g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg