Soft and Buttery Powdered Sugar Cookies

Soft and Buttery Powdered Sugar Cookies

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. The dough should be soft and slightly crumbly but come together when pressed.
5. Form the cookies: Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and gently flatten each ball with your fingers or the bottom of a glass to form round cookies.
6. Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden. The cookies should remain pale and soft.
7. Cool and dust: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once they are completely cool, dust them generously with powdered sugar.

These cookies are perfect for any occasion and melt in your mouth! They are often served around the holidays, but their simple and delicious flavor makes them great year-round.

Let me know if you’d like any variations or additions to the recipe!