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3-Ingredient Butter Cookies: Melt-In-Your-Mouth Simple Treats

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Make these incredibly easy 3-ingredient butter cookies using only flour, butter, and sugar. You achieve a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture with minimal effort and no mixer required.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and smooth. You can use a sturdy spoon or spatula for this step; no mixer is needed.
  3. Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix the dough.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, or press the dough into a sheet and cut into desired shapes. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn light golden brown.
  6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a slightly different texture, use granulated sugar instead of powdered sugar, though powdered sugar contributes more to the melt-in-your-mouth quality.
  • These cookies freeze well before baking. Place frozen dough balls on a lined sheet and bake directly from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
  • These are perfect for tea time cookies simple or as a base for holiday baking shortbread decorations.

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