Description
French Salted Butter Cookies are a classic French treat that perfectly balances rich buttery flavor with a hint of sea salt, delivering a crisp yet tender texture. Made from simple, high-quality ingredients, these cookies melt in your mouth and pair beautifully with tea, coffee, or as an elegant snack or gift. With minimal preparation and baking time, they bring a touch of French elegance and comfort to any occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 100g Unsalted Butter, softened
- 50g Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt, plus extra for sprinkling
- 150g All-Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and a pinch of fine sea salt until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air to achieve a tender texture.
- Add Vanilla and Flour: Mix in the vanilla extract if using, then gradually fold in the all-purpose flour gently until a smooth dough forms, taking care not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, making it easier to shape.
- Shape and Bake: Roll the dough into small balls or use cookie cutters to shape, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing them to crisp up perfectly.
Notes
- Soften butter to room temperature for easier creaming and better dough consistency.
- Mix ingredients just until combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Use high-quality unsalted butter and fine sea salt for the best flavor.
- Chilling the dough prevents spreading and helps maintain shape during baking.
- Watch baking time closely; golden edges indicate the cookies are ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: French cookies, salted butter cookies, butter cookies, crispy cookies, tea snacks, French desserts
