Description
French Salted Butter Cookies are a delightful blend of rich, buttery flavor and a hint of salt that creates an unforgettable treat. These cookies embody the elegance of French patisserie, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying an afternoon tea, their melt-in-your-mouth texture and stunning presentation will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (226g)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Gradually sift in flour and add coarse sea salt while mixing on low speed until no dry flour remains.
- Mix in vanilla extract gently until fully combined.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown; centers should remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie ~20g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg