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Danish Butter Cookies

Delicious Danish Butter Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Enjoy melt-in-your-mouth Danish Butter Cookies—a simple, delightful treat perfect for holidays and gifting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Danish
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup European salted butter Provides rich flavor and creamy texture; if unsalted, add ¼ teaspoon salt.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookie; stick to this for that traditional Danish butter cookie taste.
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor; omit if using salted butter.
  • 2 large egg yolks Ensure they are at room temperature for the best results.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Using pure extract makes all the difference.
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk Helps soften the dough for piping; add more if needed.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides the cookie structure.
  • ½ cup cake flour Softens texture for that melt-in-your-mouth experience.
For Decorating
  • coarse sugar Sprinkle on top before baking for a delightful crunch!

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Piping bag
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Clear a space in your refrigerator; line a baking sheet with parchment paper for chilling the shaped cookies.
  2. Beat the European salted butter until smooth and creamy, then gradually add the granulated sugar and salt, mixing until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and whole milk; beat until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour and cake flour, then gradually mix it into the butter mixture until just combined, forming a soft, slightly sticky dough.
  5. Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe onto the lined baking sheet in 2-inch rounds.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), sprinkle coarse sugar on each cookie, and bake for 10-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1.5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 25mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for pairing with tea or gifting during holidays.

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