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Butter Ball Cookies

These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are not only easy to make but also irresistibly delicious, leaving you craving more.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts optional
  • Additional powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract, then gradually add the flour and salt.
  4. If using, fold in the chopped nuts gently.
  5. Form the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  6. Place the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. Dust cookies generously with additional powdered sugar after they have cooled completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or almond extract!