Ingredients
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- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (90 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: a pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt if using.
- Add the flour gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into your desired shapes using cookie cutters or a knife.
- Arrange the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving or storing.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest to customize the flavor.
- Cookies can be decorated with icing or sprinkles for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 10 grams)
- Calories: 60 Kcal
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 4 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 6 grams
- Fiber: 0.2 grams
- Protein: 0.5 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 mg