Description
Traditional French Butter Cookies, known as Sablés Breton, are rich, crumbly, and buttery biscuits perfect for any occasion. These cookies have a delicate texture with a subtle vanilla flavor, baked to a golden perfection, making them a delightful treat alongside tea or coffee.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture. Then, beat in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until fully incorporated for added richness and flavor.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt into the butter mixture, gently mixing until the dough just comes together to avoid overworking which could make the cookies tough.
- Chill the Dough: Divide the dough into two disks, wrap each tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This resting period firms the dough making it easier to roll and cut.
- Roll and Cut the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into your desired shapes, then place them evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn a light golden color, indicating they are perfectly baked. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely to ensure they set properly and achieve the ideal texture.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best creaming result.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to keep the cookies tender.
- Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading during baking.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent the cookies from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
