These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth 3-Ingredient Butter Cookies are a classic treat that’s easy to make and impossible to resist! Perfect for any occasion, this simple recipe delivers rich flavor with just butter, sugar, and flour.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- (Optional) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for extra flavor
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This simple step keeps the cookies from sticking and ensures even baking.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Creaming the butter and sugar creates air pockets, making the cookies soft and tender.
- Add the flour gradually to the mixture, stirring until the dough comes together. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
- Shape the dough by rolling it into 1-inch balls and placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball with the back of a fork, pressing down gently to create a crisscross pattern on each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges turn a light golden color. Watch closely; these cookies are delicate!
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
| Serving | 1 cookie |
| Calories | 100 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 12g |
| Protein | 1g |
| Fat | 5g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 10mg |
| Sodium | 30mg |
| Fiber | 0g |
| Sugar | 4g |
| Vitamin A | 10% of DV |
| Calcium | 1% of DV |
| Iron | 2% of DV |