French Salted Butter Cookies (Recipe for Printing)
Delicate, buttery cookies sprinkled with flaky sea salt. Ideal for spring tea time or gifting. Made with pantry staples and perfect for any dessert table. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for sprinkling
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
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Mix in the pure vanilla extract until fully blended.
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Gradually add all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed or folding with a spatula until just combined. Dough should be soft but not sticky.
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Shape dough into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
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Once chilled, cut dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place rounds with spacing on the prepared baking sheet.
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Lightly sprinkle each cookie round with additional flaky sea salt.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until edges are turning golden and centers remain pale.
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Remove baking sheet from oven and cool cookies on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Extra Tips:
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For optimal texture, ensure butter is properly softened before creaming, chill the dough thoroughly, and avoid overbaking to preserve the cookies' tender, buttery crumb.
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Flaky sea salt enhances both sweetness and richness—sprinkle just before baking for best results.
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Experiment with variations such as dipping cooled cookies in melted chocolate or incorporating finely chopped nuts into the dough for added flavor and texture.