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Soft Danish Butter Cookies on rustic plate

Soft Danish Butter Cookies: The Ultimate Guide to Baking Tender Perfection

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Soft Danish Butter Cookies are buttery, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for holidays or any time you crave cozy, homemade treats.

  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) European-style unsalted butter, room temp
  • 3/4 cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 2 cups (240g) cake flour
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Add vanilla extract and mix briefly.
  3. Gradually add cake flour and salt. Mix until soft dough forms.
  4. Chill dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
  5. Pipe or scoop onto baking sheet. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  6. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
  7. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Use powdered sugar instead of granulated for a tender texture.
  • Add lemon zest, almond extract, or dip in chocolate for variations.
  • Freeze dough in advance for easy prep during holidays.
  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Danish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0.3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg