Butter Cookies

Vegetarian
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Butter Cookies
45 min.
30
308kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Butter Cookies, a timeless treat that brings joy to any occasion. These cookies are not only vegetarian but also incredibly popular, making them a perfect choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a sweet snack at home. With a rich buttery flavor and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe yields an impressive 30 servings, making it ideal for parties or cookie exchanges. Each cookie is a delightful combination of sweetness and a hint of vanilla, with the option to enhance the flavor with almond extract. The addition of meringue powder gives these cookies a unique texture that sets them apart from the rest.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. The process of creaming butter and sugar, followed by the careful incorporation of flour, creates a satisfying baking experience. Plus, the chilling step allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in cookies that are both delicious and visually appealing.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these scrumptious Butter Cookies. They are perfect for dessert, and with their delightful taste and beautiful presentation, they are sure to become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 tsp almond extract 
  • tsp double-acting baking powder 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour 
  • Tbsp konnyaku powder 
  • Tbsp milk 
  • cups powdered sugar sifted
  • tsp salt 
  • cup butter salted (NOT margarine - I use butter)
  • 1.5 cup sugar 
  • tsp vanilla 
  • Tbsp water 

Equipment

  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. cream butter and sugar add egg, milk and vanilla. add baking powder, salt add flour one cup at a time, stopping to combine each cup form into 2 balls, chill at least 1 hour (If I leave it over night, I take it out of the fridge a good hour or so before rolling break into 3 pieces and roll out and cut
  2. Bake at 400 for 5-8 mins (the large cookies I do for 9 mins)Beat all ingredients until icing forms peaks (7-10 mins at low speed with a heavy-duty mixer, 10-12 mins at high speed with a hand-held mixer)

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein4.05%
Fat37.3%
Carbs58.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.9
Glycemic Load
21.2
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9630434953648%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:307.85kcal
15.39%
Fat:12.89g
19.84%
Saturated Fat:7.95g
49.66%
Carbohydrates:45.61g
15.2%
Net Carbohydrates:44.93g
16.34%
Sugar:25.87g
28.75%
Cholesterol:43.69mg
14.56%
Sodium:340.57mg
14.81%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.28%
100%
Protein:3.15g
6.29%
Selenium:9.72µg
13.89%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.29%
Folate:47.58µg
11.9%
Calcium:100.47mg
10.05%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.84%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.7%
Vitamin A:397.26IU
7.95%
Iron:1.4mg
7.76%
Vitamin B3:1.49mg
7.44%
Phosphorus:71.5mg
7.15%
Fiber:0.68g
2.71%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.65%
Copper:0.04mg
2.05%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.79%
Magnesium:6.89mg
1.72%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.59%
Potassium:38.99mg
1.11%
Vitamin K:1.15µg
1.09%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.04%
Source:Tidy Mom