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World’s Best Butter Cookies

Golden, buttery cookies arranged neatly on a baking tray, some dusted lightly with powdered sugar.
World’s Best Butter Cookies – simple, buttery, and absolutely irresistible.

World’s Best Butter Cookies
Rich, Buttery, and Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delicious!

Craving the kind of cookie that’s simple, elegant, and totally addictive? These Butter Cookies are exactly that. They’re soft yet crisp around the edges, lightly sweet, and packed with rich, buttery goodness. Perfect for holiday cookie trays, afternoon tea, or anytime you want a classic treat that never disappoints!


What You’ll Need (Makes about 2 dozen cookies):

  • 8 oz (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Optional for finishing:

  • Extra sugar for sprinkling
  • Melted chocolate for dipping
  • Colored sprinkles (for festive flair!)

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