Southern Butter Cookies
12 servings
25 minutes
Southern cream cookies embody the cozy home and warm traditions of Southern European baking. Its history traces back to ancient European recipes where simplicity of ingredients combined with delicate flavor. The airy texture and light sweetness make it a perfect complement to morning coffee or evening tea. The secret to its rich creamy taste lies in using quality cream that gives the dough softness and a creamy structure. The cookies are easy to make, and their aroma filling the kitchen creates an atmosphere of comfort and hospitality. They pair wonderfully with jam, honey, or fresh berries, adding a touch of sophistication to every tea time. Simple to prepare yet elegant in presentation, this dessert will adorn any home gathering.
1
Preheat the oven to 260 C.
2
In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, and cream until a dough ball forms.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Cream 30%: 1.5 glass
3
Place the dough on a floured surface.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
4
Fold the dough in half and knead 5-7 times, adding enough flour to prevent it from sticking to your hands.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
5
Carefully roll out the dough into a 1.2 cm thick round.
6
Using a floured 7 cm diameter cookie cutter, cut out cookies from the dough.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
7
Place the cookies on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray, at least 2.5 cm apart.
8
Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.