Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps:
1. Gather all ingredients and measure them accurately.
2. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually sift in the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
4. Shape the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes.
6. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Ensure to use high-quality butter for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Classic Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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