Buttery Simple Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups of all-purpose flour (protein content of at least 11%).
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1/2 cup caster sugar or powdered sugar.
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1 cup of softened, salted butter.
# Instructions:
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Beat the butter and sugar together until soft and airy for around 1-2 minutes. Slowly add in the flour and stir on low until the mixture comes together as dough.
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Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and pop it in the fridge for at least an hour.
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Roll out the dough to about 1/4-1/2 inch thickness, then use cookie cutters to make shapes. Let them chill while you heat up the oven.
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In a 325°F oven, bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges just turn golden. Let them cool completely before enjoying.
# Notes:
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Use top-notch butter for the best flavor.
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Keep at room temperature for up to 7 days or in the fridge for 10 days.
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Stash in the freezer for up to a month.
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If your dough seems dry, toss in some extra butter.