Print

Danish Butter Cookies

Danish Butter Cookies
Print Recipe

Danish Butter Cookies are a classic treat known for their rich buttery flavor and perfect crunchy texture. Made with simple pantry staples like butter, sugar, and flour, these cookies offer a tender crumb with crisp edges that melt in your mouth. Ideal for holiday gatherings, gifts, or everyday indulgence, these cookies bring warmth and joy with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Beat softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color. This creates a smooth texture and aerates the dough slightly.
  2. Add Vanilla and Salt: Mix in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor profile, adding warmth and balance.
  3. Incorporate the Flour: Slowly sift in all-purpose flour and gently fold the mixture until a smooth dough forms. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
  4. Shape the Cookies: Use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to create classic swirled shapes or roll small dough balls and flatten slightly for simple rounds, yielding the signature butter cookie look.
  5. Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges begin to turn golden, ensuring a crisp texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for even mixing and smooth dough.
  • Do not overwork the dough to keep cookies tender.
  • Chill the dough if too soft for clean piping shapes.
  • Make cookies consistent in size for even baking.
  • Remove cookies as soon as edges turn light golden to avoid bitterness.

Nutrition

Keywords: Danish butter cookies, buttery cookies, classic cookies, easy cookie recipe, holiday cookies

Find it online: https://marygourmet.com/danish-butter-cookies/