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27th June 2022

French Butter Cookies

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My French Butter cookies recipe creates crisp, rich, buttery, melt in your mouth deliciousness. These classic cookies are super easy to make with just 5 basic ingredients!

French Butter cookies or Sable as they are known in French are probably the most loved cookies in France.

Deliciously crisp on the outside and buttery and crumbly on the inside. Rolled in sugar and sliced creates a beautiful glittery ring around the baked cookies. They make the ideal gift or perfect for any celebration.

Cookies stacked

As with my Danish butter cookies, Italian Butter cookies, Strawberry butter cookies and 3 ingredient butter cookies, these are incredibly easy to make.

The dough is super easy to be made in advance, ready for you to simply slice and bake.

French butter cookies on a cooling rack

Ingredients for French Butter Cookies

You need a few staple ingredients to make French Butter cookies. With so little ingredients, you want to make sure you’re using the right ones, and the best quality ones.

Scroll down to the end of the page for the printable recipe card with all measurements and complete instructions

  • Butter: Use what you have, either salted or unsalted. If you are using unsalted butter, then add a pinch of salt to your flour. Salted butter will not require adding salt to the recipe. Make sure that you are using room temperature butter.
  • Powdered sugar: Also known as confectioners sugar or icing sugar, it mixes easily with the butter to form a smooth creamy consistency.
  • Egg yolk: Just one egg yolk is needed to help bind the dough together. It also contributes to the flavor and texture of the cookies. Its best to let the egg yolk come to room temperature before mixing in.
  • Vanilla extract
  • Flour: Use either cake flour, all purpose or plain flour. Do not use self rising flour. Self raising flour is not recommended as it changes the flavor and texture, making it dense instead of crisp and light.
French butter Cookies in half

How to make French butter cookies

This is just the overview so you can see the process. When you are baking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

All you need to mix the dough is a bowl and spatula. That is why its best if your butter is softened to room temperature. It makes it much easier to work with when combining with a spatula.

  • Make the dough

Cream the butter and sugar: Use a spatula to mix the butter and powdered sugar until it turns pale in color and light in texture.

cream butter step

Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract: Mix in until combined.

yolk and extract

Sift in the flour: Add the sifted flour and mix to form a soft dough.

flour, soft dough
  • Refrigerate the dough

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes

dough wrapped
  • Divide and roll the dough

Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it in 2 pieces

Roll each piece into a log shape of approximately 4 inches (10cm) in length and 1 inch (3cm) in thickness (diameter)

rolled dough
  • Freeze the shaped dough

Wrap the log shapes separately in plastic wrap and freeze for 45 minutes.

wrapped rolled dough
  • Roll in sugar, slice and bake

Remove from the freezer and unwrap the shaped dough

Roll each of the log shaped dough in sugar, coating them evenly.

Cut each log into slices that are ⅜ inch (1 cm) thick, and then arrange them on a baking sheet.

rolled in sugar and sliced

Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden.

Remove the tray from the oven but leave the cookies on the baking tray for 5 minutes. The baked cookies will be soft when you take it out of the oven but crisp as they cool.

After 5 minutes on the baking tray, the cookies will be firm and crisp enough to transfer to a cooling rack.

French butter cookies baked  and cooling

Once completely cool store the cookies in an airtight jar.

Frequently asked questions

How long in advance can the cookie dough be prepared?

The cookie dough can be prepared up to 2 months in advance! Make the dough, refrigerate for 20 minutes then shape into a log (according to the recipe size suggestions).
Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
When ready to use, remove from the freezer and as soon as you are able to, slice the dough into disks while still cold.
Don't allow it to get too warm, as the dough will be soft making it difficult to handle and slice.

Can the dough be cut into shapes?

Yes, sure, simply roll the dough between 2 sheets of parchment paper. Then refrigerate for 45 minutes before cutting into shapes with a cookie cutter. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes if cut thinner than 1 inch (3cm) thickness.

French butter cookies on a plate

Tips for the perfect French Butter Cookies

Ensure that your butter is softened to room temperature. Get it out of the fridge at least 1 hour before baking. All the ingredients are incorporated much easier and quicker in soft butter. This also prevents overworking the dough, which produces dense instead of crispy cookies.

Refrigerate the dough if it becomes difficult to handle: The dough has a high ratio of butter and can get difficult to work with if it gets too warm. If the dough gets too warm, simply put it back into the fridge or freezer for a few minutes. This helps to cool the butter, making the dough much easier to work with.

Do not skip the steps of chilling the dough. First after mixing (refrigerated for 20 minutes) and second after dividing and shaping into a log (freezing for 45 minutes) These are important steps. The first refrigeration firms the dough, making it easy to roll into a log. The second time (freezing) cools and firms the log shapes making it easy to slice into disks.

Adjust the baking time if cutting the cookies thinner or thicker than specified in the recipe

Do not overbake the cookies. They will be soft after baking straight out of the oven, but will crisp and get firm as it cools.

Enjoy 🙂

French Butter Cookies

PREP TIME 20 minutes mins
COOK TIME 12 minutes mins
Chilling 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
TOTAL TIME 1 hour hr 37 minutes mins
servingsServings: 18 - 20 cookies
My French Butter cookies recipe creates crisp, rich, buttery, melt in your mouth deliciousness. These classic cookies are super easy to make with just 5 basic ingredients!
french-cookies-stacked
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Ingredients
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  • ½ cup butter, softened to room temperature (see note 1)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (sift the powdered sugar before measuring)
  • 1 egg yolk (at room temperature)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup plus 2 Tablespoons all-purpose or cake flour (see note 2)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for coating the shaped dough, before baking)
Instructions

Make the dough

  • Cream the butter and powdered sugar: Use a spatula to mix the butter and sugar until it turns pale in color and light in texture.
  • Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract: Mix in until combined.
  • Sift in the flour: Add the sifted flour and mix to form a soft dough.

Refrigerate the dough

  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes. see note 3

Divide and roll the dough

  • Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it in 2 pieces
  • Roll each piece into a log shape of approximately 4 inches (10cm) in length and 1 inch (3cm) in diameter. See note 4

Freeze the log-shaped dough

  • Wrap the log shapes separately in plastic wrap and freeze for 45 minutes.

Roll in sugar, slice and bake.

  • Preheat the oven to 356° F / 180° C (160° C fan)
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking silicone mat
  • Remove from the freezer and unwrap the shaped dough
  • Sprinkle ¼ cup of granulated sugar onto a tray or large plate.
  • Roll each of the log-shaped dough in the sugar, coating them evenly.
  • Cut each log into slices that are ⅜ inch (1 cm) thick, and then arrange them on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden.

Cool and store

  • Remove from the oven but leave the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. The baked cookies will be soft when you take it out of the oven but crisp as they cool.
  • After 5 minutes on the baking tray, the cookies will be firm and crisp enough to transfer to a cooling rack.
  • Once completely cool, store the cookies in an airtight jar for up to 5 days.
Recipe Notes
  1. Butter: Use what you have, either salted or unsalted. If you are using unsalted butter, then add a pinch of salt to your flour. Salted butter will not require adding salt to the recipe. Get the butter out of the fridge at least 1 hour before baking. All the ingredients are incorporated much easier and quicker in soft butter. This also prevents overworking the dough, which produces dense instead of crispy cookies.
  2. Flour: Use either cake flour, all purpose or plain flour. Do not use self-rising flour. Self-rising flour is not recommended as it changes the flavor and texture, making it dense instead of crisp and light.
  3. Do not skip the steps of chilling the dough. First after mixing (refrigerated for 20 minutes) and second after dividing and shaping into a cylinder (freezing for 45 minutes) These are important steps. The first refrigeration firms the dough, making it easy to roll into a cylinder. The second time (freezing) cools and firms the cylinder shapes making it easy to slice into disks.
  4. Refrigerate the dough if it becomes difficult to handle: The dough has a high ratio of butter and can get difficult to work with if it gets too warm. If the dough gets too warm, simply put it back into the fridge or freezer for a few minutes. This helps to cool the butter, making the dough much easier to work with.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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  1. Diana Buck says

    April 26, 2023 at 9:53 pm

    5 stars
    I do not see an oven temp for baking these cookies

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      April 26, 2023 at 10:32 pm

      Hi Diana, the baking temperature (356° F / 180° C (160° C fan) and time ( 15 to 18 minutes ) is included in the recipe card at the end of the post.(scroll to the bottom of the post) The post itself contains information like ingredients and substitutes, frequently asked questions and a visual of the recipe steps.

      I hope this helps 🙂 Feel free to ask me anything else you might be wondering about - I'm happy to help 🙂

      Reply
    • Caroline Campbell says

      June 18, 2023 at 12:16 am

      5 stars
      180 degrees Celsius, or 356 degrees Fahrenheit. It is at the beginning of the recipe.

      Reply
  2. jj says

    April 26, 2023 at 10:37 pm

    do I have to use a spatula or can I use a hand mixer which I find better

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      April 27, 2023 at 12:25 am

      Hi jj, Certainly, it is possible to use a hand mixer to combine the butter and sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. However, to avoid ending up with dense cookies, I recommend using a spatula to mix in the flour instead of using the hand mixer.

      I hope this helps 🙂

      Happy baking

      Reply
  3. Diane says

    May 20, 2023 at 12:55 am

    5 stars
    Delicious cookies. One small discrepancy - the 2x version of the recipe still only calls for dividing the dough in half,(same as 1x recipe) and making 2 cylinder, even though there is double the dough, and we should make 4 cylinders. I didn’t read the 1x recipe through, and chose to do the 2x recipe, so I didn’t realize until I made 2 cylinders that were huge 😂. So I just cut them at 1 cm and made bigger cookies.

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      May 22, 2023 at 11:17 pm

      Hi Diane, Thanks for trying out the recipe and sharing your experience. It sounds like you ended up with some gigantic cylinders instead of four smaller ones, but hey, look at it this way, bigger cookies = more deliciousness😁. But I am glad they turned out well for you 🙂

      I apologize for any confusion caused by the double recipe issue.However the recipe card does not account for adjusting the method when doubling the ingredients. I'm really sorry if this caused any inconvenience or problems during your baking experience.

      Reply
  4. Kara P. says

    June 27, 2023 at 11:00 pm

    5 stars
    These were so good! One thing I love about these is that there's little waste. Just rolled up and sliced. I made these for an open house I was hosting since I'm a realtor, the cookies were the perfect touch.

    Reply
  5. Kim Corbley says

    October 12, 2023 at 11:27 pm

    Have you ever made these gluten-free? If so what flour would you recommend?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      October 13, 2023 at 7:58 pm

      Hi Kim
      I'm sorry, but I haven't made these gluten-free. However, when I bake gluten-free cookies, I find that Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour works really well.

      It's a great alternative to regular all-purpose or cake flour for cookies.

      You can just swap it in, using the same amount as you would regular flour in this recipe.

      I hope this helps
      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
  6. Dawn says

    November 04, 2023 at 5:08 pm

    5 stars
    These came out perfectly ♥️
    thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      November 05, 2023 at 4:19 pm

      Hi Dawn, You're very welcome, I'm delighted to hear that they turned out perfectly 😊

      Reply
  7. cindy says

    November 11, 2023 at 10:41 pm

    I made this recipe the first time and the cookies came out awesome. I made this recipe a second time but my cookies came out flat instead of 3/8 inches high. I also found the dough difficult to work with when I pulled it out of the refrigerator to divide. What did I do wrong?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      November 12, 2023 at 3:27 pm

      Hi Cindy,
      It's great to hear that your first attempt was successful. If your cookies turned out flat the second time and the dough was difficult to work with, a few factors could be at play. Here are some common reasons for flat cookies:

      Ingredient Measurement: Double-check your ingredient measurements to ensure accuracy. Small variations can have a significant impact on the texture of the dough and the final outcome of the cookies.

      Butter Temperature: Make sure your butter is at the right temperature. If it's too soft or melted, it can cause the cookies to spread too much. The ideal temperature is usually softened but still cool to the touch.

      Chilled Dough: Overly chilled dough can be hard to work with. Allow the dough to soften slightly at room temperature before trying to divide or shape it. If it's too cold, it might resist forming into the desired shape.

      Flour Type: Ensure you are using the correct type of flour specified in the recipe. Using a different flour or not measuring it accurately can affect the texture of the cookies.

      Mixing Time: Overmixing the dough can lead to flat cookies. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined to avoid incorporating too much air.

      Baking Temperature and Time: Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature. Also, check the baking time; overbaking can cause cookies to spread excessively.

      Parchment Paper: If you used parchment paper, make sure it's not too greasy from previous batches. Grease can cause the cookies to spread more than desired.

      I hope this helps

      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
      • Cindy says

        November 26, 2023 at 4:27 pm

        Thank you for the reply and troubleshooting ideas. I made this recipe again but I sifted my confectionary sugar after I measured out the half cup instead of measuring out the half cup after sifting. The ratio was perfect and the cookies were delicious. The cookies were the discussion at the dessert table and I have forwarded the recipe to many with all of my helpful hints.

        Reply
        • The Gardening Foodie says

          November 27, 2023 at 12:12 pm

          Hello Cindy, that's wonderful news, and you're truly welcome! 😊
          I'm thrilled that the tips were useful, and your cookies turned out great. It's so satisfying to know that everyone enjoyed them and hope that they all find the same joy in baking these cookies as you did 😊

          Reply
  8. Leona says

    November 19, 2023 at 6:01 pm

    Once baked can they be frozen?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      November 19, 2023 at 11:23 pm

      Hi Leona, Yes, you can freeze the baked cookies for about 1 month. After this time, the cookies may start to develop freezer burn or lose some of their texture and flavor.

      After baking and allowing the cookies to cool completely, you can store them in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent them from sticking together.

      When you're ready to enjoy the cookies, simply take them out of the freezer and let them come to room temperature or warm them up in the oven for a few minutes.

      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
  9. rosalie comizio says

    November 21, 2023 at 8:48 pm

    the sugar in the photos looks more grainy than regular white sugar. do you use a different type? thank you. they look so pretty.

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      November 22, 2023 at 11:24 pm

      Hi Rosalie, thank you 😊
      I use light brown sugar to roll the edges of the cookies because its larger granules provide a lovely texture.

      Reply
    • Melisa Hansen-Giles says

      May 08, 2024 at 6:19 pm

      Using raw sugar would be awesome! The light brown sugar is still fine.

      Reply
  10. Kate says

    December 12, 2023 at 6:46 pm

    Hi! Have you tried adding things like nuts or chocolate chunks to these?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      December 12, 2023 at 7:18 pm

      Hi Kate, I have a version of this recipe (Date Almond Butter Cookies) without eggs, yet it retains the crisp texture and delicious flavor.

      I've included chopped almonds and dates for an extra twist. Feel free to swap in different nuts like pecans, walnuts, pistachios, or even chocolate chunks instead of dates. Give it a try and let me know how you find it!

      Happy Baking 😊

      Reply
  11. Kellie says

    December 16, 2023 at 2:04 pm

    4 stars
    I made a test batch for Christmas giving, and I have two items to mention:
    1. It would be awesome if your recipe had weights rather than measure. I did a test for measuring 1/2 cup powdered sugar out of the bag, 1/2 cup sifted measure, and 1/2 cup measure sifted. While your recipe clearly states to measure powdered sugar, it'd be helpful to add that weight. The weight/volume differences were notable.
    2. My cookie tops cracked. Any ideas? My oven might not have been hot enough, so I'm thinking that was it.

    Otherwise, a wonderful recipe.

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      December 16, 2023 at 3:58 pm

      Hi Kellie,

      I appreciate you trying out my recipe, and I'm happy to hear that you liked the taste of these cookies.

      For measurements, there's a button located right above the list of ingredients. You can use it to switch between US customary measures and Metric weights, which should make it easier for you to get the accurate weights needed for the cookies.

      Cracked tops: Try not to use too much flour when rolling out the dough into logs. using excessive flour can contribute to cracking. When you use too much flour, it can make the dough drier and lead to an imbalance in the recipe. The excess flour can absorb more moisture from the dough, causing it to crack during baking.

      To prevent this issue, I recommend using a minimal amount of flour when rolling out the dough into a log. You can lightly dust your work surface with flour or use parchment paper (I use a silicone mat without flour) to roll out the dough without sticking. Additionally, if you find the dough is too sticky, you can refrigerate it for a short period to make it easier to work with, rather than adding more flour.

      Over Mixing the Dough: Overmixing can lead to the development of too much gluten in the dough. This excess gluten can result in a tough or dry texture, leading to cracks in the cookies. Mix the ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing.

      Oven Timing: Baking the cookies for too long can cause them to dry out and crack. Keep a close eye on the baking time and remove the cookies from the oven as soon as they are set but still soft. Remove from the oven, but leave the cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before cooling on a cooling rack.

      I hope this information is helpful. Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions about the recipe. I'll be happy to help 😊
      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
    • Ida says

      April 12, 2024 at 3:34 am

      Made with my 8 year old niece. Very easy to make, only took a few minutes. The first batch, I cut too thin and they were over cooked. The 2nd batch was much better. They were thicker and I didn’t cook as long. They weren’t as moist as I was thinking they’d be, but everyone really liked them. My nephew said they “melt in the mouth”! We plan on making the recipe again this weekend. Thanks!

      Reply
      • The Gardening Foodie says

        April 27, 2024 at 10:38 am

        Hello Ida,
        It sounds like you and your niece had a fun and delicious baking adventure together!🙂
        Adjusting the thickness and baking time for the second batch was a great idea, and I'm glad they turned out better and that everyone enjoyed them.
        Plus your nephew's comment about them melting in the mouth is the best kind of review 🙂

        Reply
  12. Berni Stadler says

    December 28, 2023 at 10:27 pm

    5 stars
    I’d like to add some food coloring - green and red for Christmas cookies which I think would look beautiful with the white sugar. When do you suggest that I add that in order for the dough not to become overworked?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      December 28, 2023 at 11:37 pm

      Hello Berni, that sounds fantastic! Adding food coloring to your cookie dough is a brilliant idea for a festive touch ☺️

      I suggest incorporating the food coloring just after combining the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Begin with a few drops, mixing until you achieve the desired color.

      Follow up with the addition of flour. If you find the color isn't vibrant enough after adding the flour, you can add a little more. Use a toothpick dipped in the coloring and then add it to your dough to ensure you don't add too much. Feel free to gently incorporate the coloring with your hands for approximately a minute to achieve a more uniform distribution.

      Keep in mind that gel food coloring is often more concentrated, so start with a small amount (about a toothpick worth) and adjust as needed. If using liquid food coloring, a few drops should do the trick

      Happy baking ☺️

      Reply
  13. Janna says

    February 20, 2024 at 10:41 pm

    Will this dough work in a cookie press?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      February 20, 2024 at 11:02 pm

      Hi Janna, I haven't used this dough with a cookie press before, so I can't be certain about the results. Just so you know, the dough is stiff, so using a cookie press might be a bit tricky.
      I hope this helps

      Happy baking 🙂

      Reply
  14. Angie Boes says

    April 07, 2024 at 9:13 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe!! I just finished up my first batch - and they are delicious! I didn't have any powdered sugar on hand so I whipped up a batch of that with my coffee bean grinder and that worked just fine lol. They did bake up quicker than recommended time, I might let them go for a couple more minutes next time for more crunch. Believe me - I will be making more of these. Thank you so very much for such a great recipe, cheers to you, Angie 🙂

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      April 07, 2024 at 11:44 pm

      Thank you so much for trying out the recipe, Angie! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed it. Your powdered sugar hack made me smile, sometimes you've got to get creative in the kitchen, right?

      And here's to many more delicious batches of cookies! Happy Baking 😊🍪

      Reply
  15. Jane Ladwig says

    May 08, 2024 at 3:48 am

    Which do you prefer for flour - AP or the cake flour? I have both but don't know what the difference will be in the cookie texture with each. Also, would sanding sugar work for the outside of the cookie? Thanks for your help.

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      May 08, 2024 at 9:57 am

      Hi Jane, I use cake flour in this recipe because it creates a dough with a texture I prefer, resulting in cookies that turn out just right.

      While sanding sugar would work for the coating, I use either brown or white granulated sugar because I like how evenly it covers the cookie when I roll it.

      I hope this helps
      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
      • Jane Ladwig says

        May 12, 2024 at 1:33 pm

        5 stars
        Turned out pretty much perfect. Thank you for your tips.

        Reply
        • The Gardening Foodie says

          May 12, 2024 at 11:42 pm

          That's great to hear!
          You're welcome—I'm glad to help, and it's wonderful to know that the cookies turned out well 😊

          Reply
  16. Mary Ariail says

    May 15, 2024 at 7:15 pm

    5 stars
    These cookies are absolutely wonderful - so flavorful and pretty. Mine did spread out more than the photo (about 1/4" after they were baked) even though I followed the steps in the recipe very closely with a couple of exceptions. I sprinkled some course sugar on top before baking for a little extra sweetness and crunch. I used cake flour instead of regular plain flour - could that have caused them to spread? I cooked them on a silicone mat. I checked them at 12 minutes (not 15-18) and they were done. At any rate, these cookies are elegant and delicious, and I plan to make them again and again.

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      May 16, 2024 at 10:43 pm

      Hello Mary, I'm really happy you enjoyed the cookies. But I'm sorry they spread more than expected - as long as they taste good right?😋

      Here are a few tips for next time:

      1. Instead of cake flour, try using regular/plain flour next time, as it might help reduce spreading.

      2. Consider cutting slightly thicker slices of dough. Thicker dough tends to spread less during baking.

      3. Before baking, chill the cookie slices on the baking sheet in the fridge for 15-30 minutes. Then, pop them in the preheated oven. This helps the dough firm up and reduces spreading.

      Hope these suggestions help!

      Happy baking,😊 and here's to many more delicious batches of cookies.

      Reply
  17. Adell says

    May 16, 2024 at 3:32 pm

    Hola desde Medellín, Colombia🇨🇴👋 cómo estás, ya preparé las galletas 🍪 y me quedaron deliciosas
    Gracias

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      May 16, 2024 at 10:56 pm

      ¡Hola Adell, espero que estés bien! Yo estoy bien, ¡gracias por preguntar! 😊
      Gracias por probar mi receta. Me alegra mucho escuchar que las galletas salieron bien y que también te gustaron 😊

      Reply
  18. Michelle Lawrence says

    November 11, 2024 at 8:15 pm

    how do I 2 or 3x the recipe. thank you. Michelle

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      November 11, 2024 at 11:20 pm

      Hi Michelle,
      Here’s the recipe doubled and tripled in cups and grams:

      Double:
      Butter: 1 cup (226g)
      Powdered Sugar: 1 cup (110g), sifted
      Egg Yolks: 2
      Vanilla: 1 tsp
      Flour: 2 ¼ cups (280g), sifted
      Granulated Sugar for Coating: ½ cup (100g)
      Divide dough into 4 logs, each about 4 inches (10 cm) long and 1 inch (3 cm) in diameter.

      Triple:
      Butter: 1 ½ cups (339g)
      Powdered Sugar: 1 ½ cups (165g), sifted
      Egg Yolks: 3
      Vanilla: 1 ½ tsp
      Flour: 3 cups plus 3 Tablespoons (420g), sifted
      Granulated Sugar for Coating: ¾ cup (150g)
      Divide dough into 6 logs with the same dimensions.

      Bake as directed.
      You may need to bake in multiple batches to avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.
      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
      • Michelle Lawrence says

        November 13, 2024 at 2:06 am

        Thank you so much.. I mad one batch and realized I needed to double or triple it!! WE love em.

        Reply
        • The Gardening Foodie says

          November 14, 2024 at 3:44 pm

          You're so welcome 😊 I’m so happy you loved the cookies so much that you're making more! Doubling (or tripling!) sounds like a perfect plan—enjoy every bite 😋

          Reply
  19. TraceyS says

    December 22, 2024 at 2:55 pm

    Delicious! Any reason not to roll the "logs" in sugar BEFORE placing in the freezer? The sugar would not stick consistently once they'd been in the freezer an hour or so. Still super yummy but they were not as pretty as yours and a bit more sugar along the edges would not hurt a thing! 🙂

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      December 23, 2024 at 12:24 am

      Hi Tracey, Thank you so much for your wonderful comment 😊

      You can definitely roll the logs in sugar before freezing, but the reason I suggest rolling them after is that the sugar might not stick as consistently once they’ve been in the freezer for an hour or so.
      Freezing can cause condensation, which might make the sugar dissolve or not adhere as evenly.

      That said, if you prefer more sugar along the edges (which sounds delicious 😋), rolling them before and after freezing is totally fine. Just keep in mind that the sugar may not stick as well before freezing.
      So glad you enjoyed them 😊

      Reply
  20. Gloria says

    February 15, 2025 at 7:33 am

    Hi - thanks for sharing this recipe. If I want to add a sprinkle of sea salt on the surface of the cookie along with the granulated sugar, should I just mix salt and sugar together and roll the log on them?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      February 15, 2025 at 10:53 am

      Hi Gloria,

      Yes, That sounds like a great idea.

      You can mix a small amount of flaky sea salt with the granulated sugar before rolling the dough logs in the mixture—this will help distribute the salt evenly.

      If you prefer just a hint of salt, you can also sprinkle a little on top of the cookies after placing them on the baking sheet. Either way, it’ll add a lovely balance to the buttery sweetness.

      Happy baking 😊

      Reply
  21. Jyyt says

    March 13, 2025 at 7:11 am

    5 stars
    ideally i want to make 1 serving but the 12-18 servings is alright too
    if possible, how much should i tweak the ingredients if i only want to make 1 serving?
    does this also affect the amount of time i need to keep it refrigerated + bake it?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      March 15, 2025 at 9:02 pm

      Hi, Scaling down to just one cookie can be tricky since some ingredient amounts would be very small. I haven’t tried this myself, but I wanted to mention that it might be challenging to get the proportions just right.

      Reply
      • Jyyt says

        April 03, 2025 at 6:58 am

        5 stars
        Ty! Also may i ask if there is a specific amount or measurement of flour to use? Bc i don't see a labeled measurement for how much flour is needed.

        Reply
        • The Gardening Foodie says

          April 21, 2025 at 8:01 pm

          Hi, All the measurements are listed at the end of the post in the recipe card, but just in case you missed it — you'll need 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose or cake flour (135g).

          Hope that helps — happy baking 🙂

          Reply
  22. Caril says

    April 30, 2025 at 8:23 am

    I like how the sugar appears in the picture. You commented you used brown sugar to get that distinct look but the recipe says granulated sugar. I used white last time. Delicious cookies but will brown give the cookie sides more of the look in the picture? Or change the taste?

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      April 30, 2025 at 8:26 pm

      Hi Caril, Thanks so much 😊 I did use brown sugar in the photo batch, which gives the cookies more color around the edges. The taste isn’t much different, but brown sugar melts a bit more slowly than white, so the edges set sooner and come out a little more crisp and golden. If that’s the finish you like, it’s a great option.

      Happy baking 🙂

      Reply
  23. Stephanie says

    June 17, 2025 at 7:39 pm

    5 stars
    I made these today. I added a little almond extract along with the vanilla. These cookies are scrumptious! Thank you for this terrific recipe.

    Reply
    • The Gardening Foodie says

      June 18, 2025 at 9:57 pm

      You're so welcome, Stephanie and I'm so happy you enjoyed them 😊
      That almond extract with the vanilla must’ve made the cookies taste amazing.

      Thank you so much for trying my recipe and for your lovely comment 😊

      Reply

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