Melting Moments Butter Cookies (Print Version)

Tender, melt-in-mouth butter cookies dusted with powdered sugar for a delicate finish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cookie dough

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 0.75 cup powdered sugar
03 - 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 0.5 cup cornstarch
05 - 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Finishing

06 - 0.25 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Cream softened butter with powdered sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
03 - Sift together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
04 - Roll tablespoonfuls of dough into balls and arrange spaced 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges are just pale golden. Do not overbake.
06 - Remove cookies from oven and allow to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Gently dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Ready in under thirty minutes
  • Requires no fancy equipment
  • Naturally egg-free for those with allergies
  • Perfect for making ahead or gifting
02 -
  • Rich in buttery flavor despite the simple ingredient list
  • Best made in small batches to keep them super fresh
  • Naturally gluten-free if you swap the flour for a gluten-free blend
03 -
  • Always use butter at room temperature for the best texture
  • Handle the dough as little as possible to maintain that delicate crumb
  • Do not overbake even a minute too long and they lose the signature melt-in-your-mouth finish
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