Ingredients:
• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
• ⅔ cup (80g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Optional for decorating:
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Melted chocolate
- Sprinkles
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugar – In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Add Vanilla – Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Add the Dry Ingredients – Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Shape the Cookies – Use a piping bag, cookie press, or roll-and-cut method to shape the dough into desired cookie shapes. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Optional: If the dough is too soft, chill it for 15–20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
6. Bake – Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
7. Cool – Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Decorate and Serve – Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar for a simple finish, or drizzle with melted chocolate and top with sprinkles for a festive touch.