French Salted Butter Cookies
Delightful French cookies with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, offering a crumbly texture that's simply irresistible.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter, softened Use high-quality salted butter for best flavor.
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour Spoon into measuring cup and level off.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt For sprinkling on top before baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing well until fully combined.
- Gradually add in all-purpose flour until dough comes together. Do not overmix; it can be slightly crumbly.
- Form the dough into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
- Roll the chilled dough out on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to shape the cookies as desired. Place spaced apart on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle a little coarse sea salt on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges turn lightly golden. Watch closely to avoid overbaking.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer, separated by parchment paper, for up to three months.