Basic Holiday Butter Cookies Pt 1 Recipe

Name: Basic Holiday Butter Cookies Pt 1 Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. Vegetable shortening Plus 1 tsp../divided; 3/4 c. Unsalted butter softened; 2 c. Sugar; 4 x Egg yolks; 1 Tbsp. Pure vanilla; 1/3 c. Light cream; 5 c. Flour; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/2 c. Cornstarch; 4 tsp Baking pwdr

Servings: persons

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Preheat to 350.
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Grease 2 sheets with 1/2 teaspoon each of shortening.
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If you like, line sheets with parchment paper, but don't grease.
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In lg bowl, beat together butter and remaining 1/4 c. shortening until color is even.
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Add in sugar and beat until fluffy, 3-5 minutes.
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In small bowl beat together yolks, vanilla and light cream.
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Slowly pour into butter mix.
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Continue beating until egg mix is thoroughly incorporated.
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In separate lg bowl sift together flour, salt, starch and baking pwdr.
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Fold flour mix gently into butter fold in 3 additions, beating each addition until incorporated.
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Scrape down mix occasionally.
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Place 4 sheets of plastic wrap on work surface.
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Place 1/4 of dough on each sheet of plastic.
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Form each clump of dough into a disk and wrap in plastic.
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To Bake: Cut, form or possibly shape 1 disk of dough into 24 cookies, according to individual directions below.
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Place on prepared sheets.
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Bake 15-20 minutes, depending on size and shape.
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(See individual instructions below.)
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Remove cookies from oven and immediately transfer cookies to rack.
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Each variation makes about 2 doz.
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When completely cooled, store in tins or possibly freeze, wrapped in freezer wrap or possibly freezer plastic.
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Can be frzn 8-12 month.
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Kim Clegg

2216

kcal

Calories

Fat

378

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. Vegetable shortening Plus 1 tsp../divided, 3/4 c. Unsalted butter softened, 2 c. Sugar, 4 x Egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Basic Holiday Butter Cookies Pt 1 Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!