Buttermilk Cookies Recipe

Name: Buttermilk Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cookies; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup buttermilk; Icing; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; finely chopped walnuts, for topping

Servings: persons

Cookies
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
Icing
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
finely chopped walnuts, for topping

1
For the cookies: Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease baking sheets. In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, baking soda, and salt, set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture alternating with buttermilk and mix just until blended.
3
Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer cookies to cooling racks to cool completley.
4
For the icing: In a small mixing bowl on medium speed cream butter until smooth. On low gradually beat in powdered sugar, alternating with milk, adding more if needed. Add vanilla and beat until smooth and creamy.
5
Spread icing on cooled cookies and sprinkle with walnuts.

1183

kcal

Calories

Fat

138

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cookies, 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 pinch salt, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk Cookies 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.

Buttermilk Cookies

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