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Authentic Melt-in-Your-Mouth Danish Butter Cookies

A stack of golden brown, fluted butter cookie treats dusted lightly with powdered sugar on a white plate.
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You will learn to make classic butter cookies that achieve that signature melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich, buttery flavor, just like the ones from the classic tins. This easy recipe is perfect for holidays or teatime.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks or 226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key for texture.
  2. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  4. Shape the dough into a log, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Chilling helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Remove the dough from the refrigerator. You can either slice the log into 1/4-inch thick rounds or place the dough into a cookie press fitted with your desired decorative tip.
  7. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between them.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. The centers should still look pale.
  9. Let the butter cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This ensures a rich, buttery texture that dissolves in your mouth.

Notes

  • For an authentic Danish style, pipe the dough into rosettes or swirls.
  • If you want crisp edges, bake for an extra minute or two, but watch carefully to prevent browning.
  • For a variation, dip half of the cooled cookie into melted semi-sweet chocolate and let it set before serving.
  • Use high-quality butter; this recipe relies on its rich flavor.

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