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The Easiest Melt-In-Your-Mouth 3-Ingredient Butter Cookies (No Eggs!)

A stack of freshly baked 3-ingredient butter cookies dusted generously with powdered sugar on a white plate.
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You need only three basic ingredients—butter, sugar, and flour—to make these incredibly simple, buttery cookies. They bake quickly and have a wonderful melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them perfect for beginner friendly baking or last minute dessert ideas.

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 two 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 use a hand mixer or a sturdy spoon.
  3. Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed or by hand until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix the dough.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, or press the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip if you prefer a decorative shape.
  5. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between them. You can gently press the top of each cookie with a fork if you want a crosshatch pattern.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn light golden brown. The centers should still look pale.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality butter. This recipe relies on the butter for its main taste.
  • If you want a slightly crispier cookie, bake for an extra minute or two, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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