Melt-in-your-mouth Powdered Sugar Cookie Recipe
These delicate butter cookies offer a tender, crumbly texture that truly melts in your mouth. Baked to a light golden hue, they are generously dusted with powdered sugar, providing a sweet, ethereal finish to their rich, buttery flavor. Each bite delivers a comforting sweetness and a soft, yielding consistency, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 36 cookies 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (210g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Roll the dough into small, 1-inch balls and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies should still be pale in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- While still warm, gently roll or dust the cookies generously with additional powdered sugar.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust again with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Notes
Ensure your butter is at true room temperature for optimal creaming and a smooth dough.
Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to prevent tough cookies.
Sift the powdered sugar for dusting to achieve a smooth, even coating.
For best results, bake one sheet at a time to ensure even cooking.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 1g