French Christmas Cookie Roundup
These French butter cookies bring holiday warmth in every bite. Made with real butter, sugar, and vanilla, they bake to golden perfection with a soft, tender pull every time.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
- 1 Pressure cooker with sealing ring
- 1 Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 Wire rack
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temp
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg fresh
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth and consistent.
- Gradually mix in the flour and salt just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Shape the dough into balls or roll and cut into shapes as desired.
- Place cookies on the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container to maintain softness. Cookies can be frozen before or after baking.