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Butter Crunch Cookies

Irresistible Butter Crunch Cookies for Every Sweet Tooth

These Butter Crunch Cookies offer a perfect blend of crispy edges and a melt-in-your-mouth center, ideal for any sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar can be swapped for coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar light or dark, your choice
  • 1 large Egg at room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top
For the Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (e.g., Pecans)
  • 1 cup Crushed Pretzels
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips or Dried Fruits

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Perfect Butter Crunch Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate the room temperature egg and mix until fully combined.
  4. Mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in any optional add-ins like chopped nuts or crushed pretzels.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes if sticky.
  7. Scoop spoonfuls of the dough onto lined baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the dough. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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