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Traditional German Butter Cookies Made Easy!

Enjoy classic German butter cookies with this simple, step-by-step recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 250 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 125 g granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk egg yolk
  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • optional powdered sugar powdered sugar for dusting for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light, then add vanilla and egg yolk.
  3. Mix in flour and salt to form dough, chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out dough, cut shapes, and place on baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden, then cool.

Notes

Chill the dough well for easier handling and better texture.