Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, combining gently until a smooth dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or roll into balls.
- Pipe the dough onto the baking sheets in decorative shapes, spacing them an inch apart.
- Sprinkle with colorful sprinkles if desired.
- Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but still pale in the center.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
- Once cooled, dip in melted chocolate or dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Store cookies in an airtight container if not serving immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
Using high-quality unsalted butter significantly enhances flavor and texture. Dough can be softened with a teaspoon of milk if too stiff.