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A close-up shot of golden-brown German butter cookies arranged on a rustic wooden plate, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, with a background of a cozy, warmly lit kitchen setting, showcasing their crispy edges and smooth buttery surface.

Easy Traditional German Butter Cookies for Delightful Baking

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A classic German butter cookie recipe that is simple to make and irresistibly delicious, perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add flour and mix until dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls and place on the prepared baking sheets.
  6. <li id="instruction-step-6" Gently flatten each ball with the back of a fork or your hand.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool on wire racks.

Notes

  • Optional: add a pinch of salt or a touch of lemon zest for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 80 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg