Description
French Salted Butter Cookies are the epitome of cookie perfection, combining a rich buttery flavor with a delightful sweet-salty contrast. These irresistible treats are easy to make and feature a golden brown exterior with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo with coffee, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy (3-4 minutes).
- Mix in vanilla extract and sea salt. Gradually add flour mixed with baking powder until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Flatten slightly with fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; let cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg