Description
Indulge in the delightful world of French Butter Cookies, or Sablé Breton, where every bite offers a perfect balance of crispiness and a tender crumb. These buttery cookies, enhanced with a hint of vanilla, are not just treats but an experience—ideal for afternoon tea, special occasions, or as thoughtful gifts. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create these gourmet delights that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (140g), room temperature
- 1/2 cup sugar (100g)
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (260g)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and brush with an egg wash made from a beaten egg and cream.
- Bake for 14 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 24mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg