Description
This Mini Butter Cookies recipe. Transforms three humble ingredients. Into delightful little treats. That are perfect for any occasion. With just butter, flour, and powdered sugar. These cookies come together in a flash. Offering a crispy exterior. And a melt-in-your-mouth finish. Ideal for last-minute guests. Or when you crave something sweet. Without the fuss. They’re a testament. To the beauty of simplicity in baking.
Ingredients
1 Β½ c of all-purpose flour, cake flour, or plain flour
Β½ c of powdered sugar (also known as confectioners sugar)
β c of melted butter
Instructions
Place powdered sugar. In a medium-sized bowl.
Melt the butter using a microwave or stovetop. Then allow it to cool for about 5 minutes. Before mixing it with the powdered sugar.
Stir well to combine. Then gradually incorporate the flour.
Gently fold the flour. Into the mixture using a spatula. Until a soft dough forms.
Using a small scoop. Measure out heaping half-teaspoons of dough. And place them onto a parchment-lined baking tray. Roll the dough into balls.
Flatten each ball lightly with a fork. Ensuring each cookie is roughly 1 inch in diameter.
To prevent the cookies from spreading too much. Chill the shaped dough on the baking tray. In the refrigerator. For about 15 minutes before baking.
Bake the cookies in a preheated oven at 356Β°F (180Β°C or 160Β°C with fan) for 10 to 12 minutes. Or until they are just starting to brown. The cookies will be soft initially. But will firm up as they cool.
For storage. Allow the cookies to cool completely. Before placing them in an airtight container. They can be stored. For up to five days.
Notes
To make these Mini Butter Cookies gluten-free. Substitute the all-purpose flour. With your favorite gluten-free flour blend. Look for one that includes xanthan gum. Which helps replicate the texture of traditional flour. Be sure to mix the dough gently. To prevent the cookies. From becoming too dense. This small tweak. Allows everyone to enjoy. These delightful treats. Without compromising on taste or texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
