Danish Butter Cookies Recipe – European Special
Danish Butter Cookies are a delightful treat known for their rich, buttery flavor and crisp texture. These classic cookies are often enjoyed during the holiday season, but they make a perfect snack year-round. With their beautiful shapes and subtle sweetness, they can be easily decorated with sprinkles or chocolate, making them a favorite for both kids and adults. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee, these cookies are sure to bring a smile to your face!
- Prep Time20 min
- Cook Time17 min
- Total Time37 min
Danish Butter Cookies Ingredients:
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (90 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: colored sugar or chocolate for decoration
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream the Butter and Sugar:
Beat Butter: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter until creamy.
Add Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until light and fluffy.
Incorporate Extracts: Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts until combined.
Add Dry Ingredients:
Combine Flour and Salt: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.
Pipe the Cookies:
Prepare Piping Bag: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped tip.
Pipe Cookies: Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheets in desired shapes (like circles, stars, or rosettes), leaving space between each cookie.
Decorate (Optional):
Add Sprinkles or Chocolate: If desired, sprinkle colored sugar on top of the piped cookies or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Bake:
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to over-bake.
Cool and Store:
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Store: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Recipe Notes:
Butter Temperature: Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing and better texture.
Decorating Tips: Feel free to get creative with decorations, using different colored sugars or dipping the cookies in chocolate.
Storage: These cookies freeze well; just make sure to layer them between parchment paper to avoid sticking.
