Danish Butter Cookies
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Loading... - Diane Hunter
- 22 Feb 2023
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These delicate Danish butter cookies are irresistible and perfect for any occasion. With a bit of patience and six ingredients, you can make a batch of delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies in no time!
Danish butter cookies are a timeless classic and the perfect holiday treat. These delicate, buttery cookies are irresistible and perfect for any occasion, and with a bit of patience and a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies in no time!
Why you'll love this recipe
- They're buttery and delightful. Danish butter cookies, as the name suggests, are buttery! They're also delightful, crispy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. If you're a fan of shortbread cookies, then you'll definitely enjoy these.
- They make amazing gifts. Danish butter cookies are always a welcome treat. You can wrap them up in themed bags, or delightful cookie boxes or tins!
- They're perfect for any occasion. They're not just for gifting: whether you're hosting a dinner party or want to have a delicious treat on hand, Danish butter cookies are always a hit!
Ingredients and notes
To make these Danish butter cookies, you'll need unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, egg, all-purpose flour, and salt.
Notes and Variations
- Add mix-ins to the cookies. You can replace the vanilla extract with vanilla bean paste in an equivalent amount to add vanilla flecks, or zest some lemon or orange into the cookie dough to get a citrusy burst!
- Substitute all purpose flour. If you're out of all-purpose flour, cake flour is a decent substitute since it creates a similar texture when baked! If you want to go gluten-free, you can use a 1:1 ratio gluten-free baking mix.
- Experiment with toppings. The traditional way to eat these treats is by dusting the topmost layer in powdered sugar but if that's not your style then there are plenty more options (e.g., dipped in chocolate or hazelnut spread, sauces drizzled over it, sprinkles on top, etc.) The options are limitless!
📖 Make the best Danish butter cookies!
Cut your butter into small cubes.
Butter has to be softened before being used in this recipe. But if it’s cold or if you are in a hurry, microwave butter in 5 second intervals (you'll need to do this 2- 3 times). This way it won’t melt but it will be softened!
In a stand mixer bowl, cream the butter and sugar at a medium speed until both ingredients are fully integrated. It should look a bit lighter in color and fluffy. Read More…
