French Salted Butter Cookies
Delightful cookies that melt in your mouth, showcasing a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Add gradually while creaming with butter.
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor.
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into the measuring cup and level off.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 1 yolk egg yolk Use only the yolk for richness.
- Coarse to sprinkle sea salt for topping To enhance the salty flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sea salt, vanilla extract, and egg yolk into the bowl, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Baking
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Sprinkle a pinch of coarse sea salt on top of each cookie before baking.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden, the centers may look soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze and thaw before serving. Experiment with variations like citrus zest or chocolate chunks for different flavors.