MAMA'S FRENCH BUTTER COOKIES

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Categories     Cookies     Bake     Summer     Chill     Raw     Butter

Yield makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening, preferably Crisco, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, and cream of tartar. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a heavy-duty mixer fitted with the paddle, cream the butter and shortening on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar and beat on low speed until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract and continue beating on low until well combined.
  • On low speed, slowly add the reserved dry ingredients. Beat until well combined. Cover with plastic wrap. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill until very firm, at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Using an ice cream scoop or a melon baller, take some of the dough and shape it into small 1-inch balls. (Keep the remaining dough in the refrigerator, as it must be kept chilled.) Place the dough balls on an ungreased baking sheet and press with the tines of a fork to flatten. Bake until pale golden, but not brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool slightly on the baking sheet on a rack. Then, using a spatula, transfer the cookies to a rack to cool completely.

allmoon soon
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I've made these cookies gluten-free and they turned out great!


jahanzeb anwar
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Amanda Fraser
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I'm not a big fan of butter cookies, but these ones are amazing. They're so light and fluffy.


Shelton Pereira
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These cookies are so delicious! I can't stop eating them.


Wangchu Wangchu
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're my go-to cookie recipe.


Janiya Colthurst
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These cookies are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're always a hit!


MD. Ripon Mia
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so delicate and elegant.


Anit shahi Sukirya
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These cookies are so easy to make. I was able to whip up a batch in no time.


Cayden Jones
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I've made these cookies gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend. They turned out great!


charls flower
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. I always have a few extra egg whites in my fridge, so it's nice to have a recipe that uses them up.


Miki Mikiyas
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I'm not usually a fan of butter cookies, but these ones are amazing. They're so light and fluffy.


Tamara Riziki
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.


Andrej Miranovic
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I love the way these cookies melt in my mouth. They're so delicate and flavorful.


Ana Adan
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These cookies are a classic for a reason. They're simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Jeremy Pabon
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I made these cookies for my kids and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Shawn Harris
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These cookies are the best! I love the buttery flavor and the delicate texture. They're perfect for any occasion.


Buell Fidler
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Pepito Segovia
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These cookies are SO GOOD! They're buttery, melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!