Instructions

1. Make the Dough

In a mixing bowl, add softened butter and stir until smooth.

Mix in the sugar until fully combined.

Add vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract) and salt. Mix well.

Gradually add sifted cornstarch in batches, mixing after each addition.

Sift in the flour gradually, mixing until a soft, smooth dough forms.

2. Shape the Cookies
Option A: Piped Cookies

Place dough in a piping bag fitted with a large decorative tip.

Pipe onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper into desired shapes.

If the dough is too soft to pipe, chill for 10–15 minutes.

Option B: Rolled Cookies

Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill 30 minutes.

Roll out on a floured surface to ¼ inch thickness.

Use cookie cutters or shape into balls and flatten slightly.

3. Bake the Cookies

Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).

Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.

Let cool on the baking sheet a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Optional Finishing Touches

✅ Roll warm cookies in sugar for a sweet coating.
✅ Dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate.
✅ Drizzle with icing or dust with powdered sugar.
✅ Press with a patterned tool or fork before baking for decoration.

Serving Suggestions

🍪 Serve with coffee or tea.
🍪 Pair with fresh berries.
🍪 Gift in a decorative tin for holidays.

Tips and Variations

✅ Add lemon zest or almond extract for extra flavor.
✅ For a crispier cookie, bake 2–3 minutes longer.
✅ Chill dough if too sticky to handle.
✅ Use sifted flour and cornstarch for a smooth texture.

Nutritional Facts (Per Cookie Approx.)

✅ Calories: ~90 kcal
✅ Carbs: 10 g
✅ Fat: 5 g
✅ Protein: 1 g
✅ Sugar: 3 g

Storage and Make-Ahead

✅ Room Temperature: Airtight container for up to 1 week.
✅ Freezing Dough: Up to 3 months (thaw in fridge).
✅ Freezing Baked Cookies: Up to 1 month (layer with parchment).

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

⭐ Buttery, vanilla-scented classic flavor
⭐ Easy to prepare and shape
⭐ Beautiful presentation
⭐ Perfect for any occasion