Buttery and Beautiful: A Delightful Box of Homemade Cookies

1. Preheat & Prepare:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 📄🔥
2. Cream the Butter & Sugars:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes). You can use an electric mixer for this step. 🧈🍬✨
3. Add the Egg & Vanilla:
   • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. 🥚🍦
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. 🌾🧂
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. If you’re adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit, fold them in at this point. 🍫🌰🍒
5. Shape the Cookies:
   • Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie and roll it into a ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Flatten slightly with your hand or the bottom of a glass. 🥄📏
6. Bake:
   • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still be soft but set. 🍪⏰
   • Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. 🧊🍽️
7. Decorate (Optional):
   • Drizzle the cooled cookies with melted chocolate and sprinkle with your favorite toppings like chopped nuts, sprinkles, or a pinch of flaky sea salt for an extra touch. 🍫🌈✨

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• With Coffee or Tea: These cookies are perfect alongside a warm cup of coffee or your favorite herbal tea. ☕🍵
• Cookie Box Gift: Arrange them in a beautiful box lined with parchment paper and gift them to friends and family. 🎁🍪

💡 Tips & Variations

• Make Ahead: The dough can be made in advance and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Just thaw before baking. ❄️🍪
• Flavor Twist: For a citrusy twist, add the zest of 1 lemon or orange to the dough. 🍋🍊
• Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to make these cookies gluten-free. 🌾❌

🌟 Why You’ll Love These Cookies

• Versatile & Customizable: Add your favorite mix-ins or keep them classic and simple.
• Buttery & Delicious: These cookies have a rich, buttery flavor that’s perfect for any occasion.
• Perfect for Gifting: Beautifully packaged, they make a thoughtful homemade gift. 🎀

🍷 Drink Pairing

Pair these cookies with a glass of milk, a hot cocoa, or even a sweet dessert wine for a cozy treat. 🥛🍷☕

❓ Engage with Us!

What mix-ins would you add to your batch of buttery cookies? 🍪🌈 Share your favorite variations in the comments below! 👇🍪