Butter Cookies II

These butter cookies are a classic recipe that is perfect for any occasion. They are simple to make and only require a few ingredients. The cookies are made with butter, sugar, flour, and eggs. They are soft and chewy with a slight crunch on the outside.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the vanilla. In another bowl, combine the flour and salt; gradually stir into the sugar mixture. Cover dough, and chill for at least one hour (or up to 2 days).

Chill cookie sheets. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Press dough out onto ungreased, chilled cookie sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven, or until lightly golden at edges. Remove cookies from sheet to wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving size: 1 cookie
• Calories: 100
• Fat: 10 g
• Saturated fat: 6 g
• Trans fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Sodium: 60 mg
• Carbohydrates: 8 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 4g