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Callie Brooks

French Salted Butter Cookies

Delightful cookies that perfectly balance sweet and savory flavors, embodying the essence of French baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure your butter is truly softened for better creaming.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Consider variations for added depth.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Reduce if using salted butter.
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling Do not skip as it's key to the flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add in the flour and salt, stirring just until combined—don’t overmix!
  4. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Flatten each ball slightly and sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few moments before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgSugar: 6g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They freeze well when layered with wax paper in a freezer-safe bag. Experiment with nuts or chocolate chips for variations.

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