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The Easiest 3-Ingredient Butter Cookies (Melt-In-Your-Mouth Magic)

A stack of golden brown, slightly textured 3-ingredient butter cookies resting on a small white plate.
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You can make these incredibly simple butter cookies with just flour, butter, and sugar. They bake up crisp and buttery, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture perfect for tea time or a quick dessert.

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 together the softened butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. You can do this by hand or with a hand mixer.
  3. Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough. Do not overmix.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls or shape it using a cookie press or piping bag if desired. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly 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 classic shortbread texture, press the dough into a 9-inch pan and prick the surface with a fork before baking. Cut into squares after cooling.
  • If you prefer a sweeter cookie, you can dust the cooled cookies lightly with extra powdered sugar.
  • This recipe is excellent for beginner baking because it requires no eggs and no complex techniques.

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