Melt-in-Your-Mouth French Salted Butter Cookies
Indulge in the delightful world of Melt-in-Your-Mouth French Salted Butter Cookies! This irresistible recipe combines rich, buttery flavors with a hint of salt, creating a cookie that simply melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion—be it family gatherings, cozy nights in, or whenever you crave something sweet—these cookies are easy to make and even easier to customize. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will leave everyone asking for seconds. So gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to bake these delicious treats that promise smiles all around!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted French butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1 tablespoon citrus zest (lemon or orange)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sea salt; gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in your desired mix-ins until evenly distributed.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes or until slightly golden around the edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg