Best 5 Moms Buttermilk Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Southern classic, Mom's Buttermilk Cookies, a timeless treat that has been passed down through generations. These cookies are renowned for their soft and pillowy texture, a hint of tang from buttermilk, and a sweet, buttery flavor that melts in your mouth. With three irresistible variations to choose from, this recipe offers something for every palate. The Original Mom's Buttermilk Cookies are a true classic, featuring a simple yet satisfying taste that has stood the test of time. For those who prefer a touch of extra sweetness, the Glazed Buttermilk Cookies are adorned with a luscious glaze that adds a glossy sheen and an extra burst of flavor. And for a unique twist, the Lemon Buttermilk Cookies infuse the classic recipe with a refreshing citrus zest, creating a delightful balance of tangy and sweet. No matter your preference, these Mom's Buttermilk Cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.

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BUTTERMILK COOKIES



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These are a soft, delicious, sugar cookie but with a hint of buttermilk. A friend of mine gave this recipe to me years ago and my family loves them so much that I have a hard time keeping them in the cookie jar! You can sprinkle the tops of these with a little granulated sugar just before baking or ice after completely cooled.

Provided by Dana Wrightsman

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Sugar Cookies

Time 26m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
4 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, and sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt, stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 6 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 203.9 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

AMISH BUTTERMILK COOKIES RECIPE



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Amish buttermilk cookies are soft and cakey, basic vanilla cookies. They are drizzled with a delicious caramel glaze that takes them over the top!

Provided by Anna

Categories     Cookies     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 c. softened butter (2 sticks) or shortening, or use 1/2 c. butter and 1/2 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
3 large eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. buttermilk
4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. butter (1 stick)
1 c. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. buttermilk or milk
3/4 c. confectioners sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Cream the softened butter and sugar for a couple of minutes until fluffy.
  • Add the eggs and mix.
  • Add buttermilk and vanilla. Mix to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Add to the creamed mixture and mix until everything is incorporated.
  • Drop onto parchment-lined cookie sheets and bake for 10 - 11 minutes.
  • Allow the cookies to rest on the tray for a minute before removing to a wire cooling rack.
  • Cool completely then drizzle or spread with glaze.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cookie, Calories 195 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

GRANDMA AMICO'S BUTTERMILK SUGAR COOKIE CUTOUTS



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Grandma Amico made the best buttermilk sugar cookies. These cookies are soft and fluffy and a family tradition for us. Not just for the holidays, but whenever we get the urge for cookies, we make these. I will also leave dough in the fridge for up to a week and make cookies whenever I like. Dough freezes well for later cookie baking.

Provided by Lindsey Vedder

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Cut-Out Cookie Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white sugar
½ cup shortening
½ cup buttermilk
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar, or more as needed
1 tablespoon milk, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, shortening, buttermilk, and egg together in the bowl of an electric stand mixer (such as KitchenAid®) until creamy.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl. Beat into sugar mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Leave dough to set in a refrigerator for at least 2 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Roll dough out on a lightly floured work surface using a lightly floured rolling pin to desired thickness. Cut into shapes using cookie cutters and place onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bottoms begin to lightly brown, 8 to 12 minutes. Let cookies cool completely on wax paper or a wire rack, 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar and milk in a bowl. Mix into a paste, adding more sugar or milk as needed. Spread frosting thinly onto cooled cookies and cover with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 170.8 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

SOFT BUTTERMILK SUGAR COOKIES



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Gatherings are very important to my family, so we have lots of recipes that are favorites. My grandma introduced these cookies into the family a long time ago. The memory of her and these cookies go together!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup shortening
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition (batter will be moist)., Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. , Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MOM'S BUTTERMILK BISCUITS



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These fluffy biscuits are so tasty slathered with butter or used to mop up every last drop of gravy off your plate. I can still see Mom pulling these tender gems out of the oven. -Vera Reid, Laramie, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shortening
3/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk; knead dough gently. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter and place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Freeze option: Freeze cooled biscuits in a resealable freezer container. To use, heat in a preheated 350° oven 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the ingredients blend together more easily and will result in a more tender cookie.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and will also prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking can make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and flavor.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk cookies are a classic recipe that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of different ingredients. These tips will help you make the best buttermilk cookies possible.

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