3-Ingredient Butter Cookies

Soft, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth, these simple cookies are a classic treat made with just a few pantry staples. Perfect for any occasion, they bake up tender with lightly golden edges and a delicate texture.

Yield
20 cookies

3-Ingredient Butter Cookies

Ingredients

1 cup butter, room temperature
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.

Add the powdered sugar and mix until creamy.

Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Roll the dough into small balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers.

Bake for 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden at the edges.

Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories 150, Protein 2g, Fat 9g, Carbs 16g, Sugars 6g, Sodium 70mg