Zesty French Butter Cookies – 6 Flavorful Twists You’ll Love
Zesty French Butter Cookies are a delightful treat that melt in your mouth, bringing together buttery richness and vibrant citrus flavors. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies can be customized with six unique flavor twists, making them versatile and delicious. Whether enjoyed with tea or at festive gatherings, these cookies are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg yolk
- Zest of 1 lemon (or desired flavor twist)
- Optional: 1/4 cup cocoa powder for chocolate variation
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolk and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour while mixing on low speed. Fold in your chosen flavor twist (lemon zest or cocoa powder).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg