For the best flavor, use high-quality butter. Chilling the dough is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking. Don't overcrowd the baking sheets; bake in batches to ensure even baking. The frosting can be easily customized with different extracts or food colorings.
Butter Cookies with Buttercream Frosting
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PREP TIME45 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs
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SERVING72 People
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VIEWS63
Indulge in the timeless delight of these exquisitely delicate butter cookies, crowned with a luscious buttercream frosting. A cherished recipe passed down through generations, these cookies promise a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will transport you to a realm of pure sugary bliss.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Cholesterol17 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium66 mg
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Sugar16 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Prepare Cookies (10 minutes): In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
02 Step
Recipe View 2 hrs 5 mins Combine Dry Ingredients and Chill (5 minutes prep, 2-3 hours chill): In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours to prevent spreading.
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat and Prepare (5 minutes): Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly flour a pastry cloth or clean kitchen towel.
04 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Roll and Cut (20 minutes): Divide the chilled dough into thirds. On the prepared pastry cloth, roll out each portion of dough to a thickness of approximately 1/8 inch. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place the cookies onto ungreased baking sheets.
05 Step
Recipe View 7 mins Bake (5-8 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just barely golden brown. Be careful not to overbake!
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Cool (5 minutes): Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
07 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Prepare Frosting (10 minutes): While the cookies are cooling, prepare the buttercream frosting. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, 3 cups of powdered sugar, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
08 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Finish Frosting (5 minutes): Gradually add the remaining 6 cups of powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated. Continue to beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add additional evaporated milk, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar.
09 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Frost and Enjoy: Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them generously with the buttercream frosting. Enjoy!
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Rahsaan West
May 19, 2025I've tried many butter cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The dough was easy to work with, and the cookies came out perfectly every time. Thank you for sharing this gem!" - John B.
Holly Witting
Mar 25, 2025These cookies are absolutely divine! The buttercream frosting is the perfect complement to the delicate butter cookies. My family devoured them in minutes!" - Sarah M.
Rick Krajcik
Jan 12, 2025I added a touch of almond extract to the frosting, and it was a huge hit! This recipe is so versatile and easy to adapt to your own preferences. Highly recommend!" - Emily L.