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Healthy Butter Cookies

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Delightful and healthier butter cookies that are soft, sweet, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • Sprinkles or Colored Sugar for Decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  7. Cut out cookies using cookie cutters.
  8. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place cookies on it.
  9. Decorate cookies with sprinkles or colored sugar, if using.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  11. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage. For a lighter option, swap some butter for applesauce.

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