Buttery Bliss: The Irresistible Charm of Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cookies
These delicate, buttery cookies crumble and melt the moment they touch your tongue. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they are rich, tender, and irresistibly sweet. Whether served with tea, coffee, or enjoyed as a quick treat, these cookies bring warmth and comfort with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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- 250 g flour
- 170 g butter, softened
- 100 g sugar (50 g for the dough + 50 g for sprinkling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- A pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and 50 g of sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the flour gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms. Stir in vanilla extract and salt if using.
- Roll the dough into small balls and gently flatten them, or shape them with a cookie cutter.
- Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with the remaining 50 g of sugar.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Serve and enjoy with tea, coffee, or as a sweet snack.
Notes
- For an extra light texture, substitute half of the flour with cornstarch.
- To enhance the flavor, add lemon or orange zest to the dough.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- These cookies freeze well—store them in a sealed bag and thaw at room temperature before serving.