How to Make Betty Brown's Butter Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Butter cookies are a beloved classic that never goes out of style. And Betty Brown's Butter Cookies are the epitome of this timeless treat. With a delicate crumb and a rich buttery flavor, these cookies are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire. Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just craving some comforting, homemade goodness, Betty Brown's Butter Cookies are the perfect choice.

What sets these butter cookies apart from the rest is their simplicity. With...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen cookies

  • Beat butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Sift flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl; mix, 1 cup at a time, into creamed butter mixture until dough is just mixed. Form dough into 1-inch-thick disks and place on a plate; chill in refrigerator, 2 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Roll disks into desired thickness on a lightly floured work surface using a floured rolling pin. Arrange dough on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are just starting to turn golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    165 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 138mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 67mg