Description
This classic Drop Butter Cookie recipe yields soft, buttery cookies with a delightful vanilla flavor. Perfect for a simple dessert or snack, these cookies are easy to make and bake in just over 20 minutes. Ideal for any occasion, their tender texture and subtle sweetness make them a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes. This step is key to achieving a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a smooth, creamy batter base.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Form Cookies: Using a rounded tablespoon, drop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up and ensures easy removal without breaking.
Notes
- For a fun twist, add mini chocolate chips, citrus zest, or colorful sprinkles into the dough before baking.
- These cookies freeze well; store them in an airtight container to keep them soft for several days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
