Classic French Salted Butter Cookies
Classic French Salted Butter Cookies are a delightful blend of rich, buttery flavors with a hint of sea salt that elevates them to irresistible status. These cookies boast crisp edges and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center, making them perfect for any occasion—be it an afternoon tea or a festive gathering. With just a few high-quality ingredients, you can create these gourmet treats right at home, filling your kitchen with an enchanting aroma. Indulge in this timeless classic that’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- In another bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour and sea salt. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the creamed butter and sugars until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Sprinkle each cookie ball with flaky sea salt before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown; centers may appear slightly underbaked.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg