Here’s a super simple and delicious recipe for 3-Ingredient Butter Cookies — perfect for a quick treat with pantry staples!
3-Ingredient Butter Cookies
🍽️ Makes: ~20 cookies
⏱️ Total Time: 25 minutes
📦 Great for: Gifting, tea time, or quick desserts
Ingredients:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter & Sugar
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (use a hand mixer or stand mixer for best results).
3. Add Flour
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Gradually mix in the flour until the dough comes together.
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Dough will be soft but not sticky — if too crumbly, knead it lightly with your hands.
4. Shape the Cookies
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
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Flatten gently with a fork (you can do a crisscross pattern or press with the bottom of a glass).
5. Bake
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are just starting to turn golden.
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Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Optional Add-ins & Variations:
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Dip or drizzle with chocolate
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Mix in a splash of vanilla extract
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Add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter
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Roll in sanding sugar before baking for sparkle
Would you like a gluten-free version or one with lemon or almond flavoring?