Simple & Delicious Holiday Butter CookiesEgg

1

Measure out the all-purpose flour and set it aside.

2

In a mixing bowl, cream the room-temperature unsalted butter until smooth. Add the salt and continue mixing.

3

Add the granulated sugar to the butter and beat the mixture until it is light and fluffy.

4

Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is incorporated.

5

Add the egg yolks one at a time while mixing on medium speed.

6

Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Scrape the bowl again as needed.

7

Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined.

8

Finish mixing by hand to ensure there are no crumbly bits and the dough is cohesive.

9

Turn the dough onto a clean surface and knead it briefly.

10

Place it onto a sheet of parchment paper and shape it into a log.

11

Roll the log tightly in the parchment paper to secure its shape and store in a cylindrical support if available to maintain a round form.

12

Place the dough log in the refrigerator to chill for at least one hour until firm.

13

Alternatively, you can chill it overnight or speed up the process in the freezer.

14

Once the dough is firm, remove it from the parchment.

15

Roll the dough log over a surface sprinkled with sanding sugar, pressing firmly so the sugar is completely embedded into the exterior.

16

Use a cutting board to slice the log into rounds, approximately three-quarters of an inch thick.

17

Arrange the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, leaving space for air circulation.

18

Bake at 350°F (177°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden brown. Allow the cookies to set after removing them from the oven.