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French Salted Butter Cookies: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

French Salted Butter Cookies: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
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Discover the ultimate recipe for French Salted Butter Cookies, combining rich, creamy French butter with a perfect balance of sea salt and sugar. These delicate buttery cookies are crisp on the edges, tender in the center, and sprinkled with a hint of sea salt for an irresistible flavor contrast. Perfect for tea time, coffee breaks, or as a delightful homemade gift.

Ingredients

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Butter Mixture

  • 1 cup unsalted French butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (or fleur de sel, if available)

Topping

  • Additional sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened French butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This aerates the batter, creating the perfect texture.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract thoroughly until fully incorporated, producing a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
  5. Mix Together: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms, making sure not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to help the cookies hold their shape during baking and enhance flavor.
  7. Shape the Cookies: Once chilled, scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Add Topping Salt: Lightly sprinkle the tops of each dough ball with a pinch of sea salt, boosting the flavor contrast and adding a delightful crunch.
  9. Bake: Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the centers remain soft to the touch.
  10. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes to firm up, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  11. Enjoy: Serve your fresh French Salted Butter Cookies alongside a hot cup of tea or coffee for a perfect treat experience.

Notes

  • Using high-quality unsalted French butter gives these cookies their distinctive rich flavor and creamy texture.
  • Chilling the dough is essential for maintaining shape and easy handling.
  • For a more intense salt flavor, use fleur de sel as the finishing sprinkle.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • These cookies freeze well; freeze shaped dough balls for up to a month, then bake directly from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to baking time.

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