🧈 4-Ingredient Butter Cookies
🌿 Description
These classic butter cookies are rich, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with just four simple pantry ingredients, they come together quickly and bake into golden, buttery perfection.
Perfect with tea, for Eid baking trays, or when you need a simple homemade treat without complicated steps.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes about 20 cookies)
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1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup (100g) powdered sugar
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1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cream the Butter
In a large bowl, beat softened butter until smooth and creamy.
2️⃣ Add Sugar & Vanilla
Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
3️⃣ Add Flour
Gradually add flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
Do not overmix.
4️⃣ Shape
Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F).
Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
You can:
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Roll into small balls and flatten with a fork
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Use a piping bag for classic swirls
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Roll out and cut with cookie cutters
5️⃣ Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden (do not overbake).
Cool completely before serving — they firm up as they cool.
🌟 Flavor Variations
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Add lemon zest 🍋
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Dip in melted chocolate
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Add a pinch of cardamom
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Mix in mini chocolate chips
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Sprinkle sugar on top before baking
🍽 Serving Ideas
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Serve with chai or coffee
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Add to dessert platters
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Pack in lunchboxes
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Gift in decorative jars
❓ Q & A
Q: Why are my cookies spreading too much?
Butter may be too soft. Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes before baking.
Q: Can I use salted butter?
Yes, just skip adding extra salt.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Q: How long do they stay fresh?
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Q: Can I freeze the dough?
Yes! Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw slightly before baking.
