Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Step by Step Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it heat.
Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar
- Put soft butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Mix until the texture is smooth and light.
Step 3: Add Vanilla Extract
- Pour in the vanilla and mix until fully combined.
Step 4: Add Flour and Salt
- Add flour and salt to the butter-sugar mix.
- Stir until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Shape the Dough
- Take small amounts of dough and roll into balls.
Step 6: Press the Dough Balls
- Gently press each ball flat with your fingers.
Step 7: Prepare the Baking Tray
- Place cookies on a tray with space between each.
- Use parchment paper if you like.
Step 8: Bake the Cookies
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn golden.
Step 9: Cool Before Serving
- Move cookies to a wire rack and let them cool.
Servings and Preparation Times
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Chilling Time (Optional): 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30–40 minutes
- Servings: This recipe makes about 20–24 cookies, depending on size. You can double the batch for parties or holidays.
Notes
- Use Soft Butter: Use soft butter, not melted, for the best cookie texture.
- Choose Brown Sugar: Brown sugar gives a deeper flavor than white sugar.
- Don’t Overbake: Do not overbake or they may turn too hard.
- Let Cookies Cool: Let them cool before moving to avoid breakage.
- Chill the Dough: You can chill the dough for neater cookie shapes.
- Follow Small Tricks: These little tricks make the cookies even more perfect!