Easy Butter Cookies Recipe

By Preppy Kitchen · 45 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the butter, sugar and salt until light and fluffy, 2–3 minutes.
2. Add the egg yolks and vanilla and mix until combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
3. Add the flour on low speed until just combined.
4. Turn the soft dough onto a floured surface and knead a few times until it forms a single solid ball. Shape it into a log about 12 inches (30 cm) long.
5. Wrap the log tightly in parchment or plastic, twisting the ends to seal. Chill for at least 1 hour, or up to 72 hours.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment.
7. Unwrap the dough and roll it in sanding sugar until well coated, pressing down as you roll.
8. Slice the dough into rounds about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared sheets.
9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are just turning golden. Cool completely on the sheets.

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