Description

These Button Cookies are buttery, lightly sweet, and perfect for tea parties, holiday treats, or just a fun baking project. With a soft, crumbly texture and a hint of vanilla, they’re as cute as they are delicious. You can customize them with different flavors or colors to match any occasion!

Ingredients

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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: food coloring

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. If using food coloring, knead it into the dough at this stage.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.
Use a round cookie cutter (about 1½ inches in diameter) to cut out circles.
To create the “button” look, use a smaller cutter (or the back of a piping tip) to lightly indent a smaller circle inside each cookie. Use a straw or a skewer to poke two or four holes in the center.
Place the cookies on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add lemon zest, almond extract, or cocoa powder for different flavors.
For colorful buttons, use gel food coloring to avoid changing the dough’s texture.
These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.