Irresistible Butter Cookie Box for Sweet Holiday Cheer
This Butter Cookie Box recipe transforms any occasion into a celebration with its delightful assortment and nostalgic flavors.
Equipment
- Electric Mixer
- mixing bowl
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
- plastic wrap
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg yolk adds moisture and richness
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips for indulgence
- ¼ cup decorative sprinkles for festive flair
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Butter Cookie Box
- Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar on medium speed for 3–5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add one large egg yolk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon of almond extract, and ½ teaspoon of salt to the mixture and mix on low speed for 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour, stirring until a soft dough forms, then fold in optional chocolate chips.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Flatten each cookie ball slightly and add any decorative sprinkles on top.
- Bake cookies for 10–12 minutes until the edges turn lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Once cooled, arrange the cookies in a decorative box or gift tin.
Notes
Chilling the dough is important for preventing spreading during baking. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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