These butter cookies are a sheer delight, melting in your mouth with each bite. They are incredibly tender, rich, and buttery, with a subtle sweetness enhanced by a luscious milk chocolate coating. These cookies are perfect for those moments when you crave something genuinely indulgent.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Melt-in-the-Mouth Texture: The cookies are so tender, they almost dissolve in your mouth.
- Rich Butter Flavor: The high butter content gives these cookies a luxurious taste.
- Milk Chocolate Coating: Half-dipped in milk chocolate, they offer a delightful contrast between the buttery cookie and the smooth chocolate.
- Perfect for All Occasions: Whether it’s a casual tea time or a special gathering, these cookies are always a hit.
For the Cookies:
- 200 grams of very soft butter
- 70 grams of powdered sugar (about ½ cup)
- 250 grams of flour (about 1¾ cups)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons of milk (add more if necessary)
For the Coating:
- 100 grams of milk chocolate
- 1 teaspoon of oil
Instructions:
- Preparation: Take the butter out of the fridge an hour before starting. Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F) using the upper and lower heat settings.
- Mixing the Dough: In a mixer with a balloon whisk or a hand mixer, beat the butter until creamy for about 2-3 minutes. Add flour, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract and mix until crumbly. Gradually add milk until the dough is soft and suitable for piping.
- Piping: Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with an M1 nozzle and pipe onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Baking: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling completely.
- Chocolate Coating: Melt the chocolate with oil in the microwave in pulses until fully melted. Dip half of each cookie into the chocolate.
- Optional: Crumble one baked cookie and sprinkle over the chocolate-dipped side for added texture, as shown.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Enjoy these divine butter cookies, where every bite is a luxurious experience! 🍪🍫🫶
