French Salted Butter Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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225 grams unsalted French butter, softened
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150 grams granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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250 grams all-purpose flour
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon sea salt or fleur de sel
→ Finishing
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Additional sea salt for topping
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 175°C and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar using a mixer or wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until a uniform dough forms.
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Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to ensure cookies hold their shape during baking.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of chilled dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing each approximately 5 cm apart.
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Sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt over each dough ball before baking.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until the edges are golden and centres remain tender.
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Let cookies cool on the baking trays for several minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve once cooled. Enjoy with coffee or tea.
# Notes:
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Chilling the dough is essential for achieving defined edges and soft centres.