Description
Delightful Button Cookies are charming sugar cookies shaped and decorated like buttons. They are perfect for holidays, baby showers, birthdays, or DIY edible gifts. Their fun shape, soft texture, and customizable designs offer a tasty treat and a creative baking project.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
For Decoration:
Baker’s twine or thin ribbon (optional, for threading)
Food coloring or icing (optional)
Sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
For Button Design:
Shot glass or round cutter (for shaping)
Straw (for holes)
Instructions
In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with wet ingredients to form dough.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll dough to ¼ inch thick. Cut round shapes using a shot glass or cookie cutter.
Use the bottom of a glass to lightly indent the center. Using a straw, create two or four holes to mimic buttonholes.
Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 6 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
Let cookies cool. Optionally, decorate with icing, sprinkles, or thread ribbon through holes.
Notes
Make button impressions while cookies are warm for the best definition.
Dough should be firm but pliable. Chill if too soft.
Add color with frosting or food coloring to match party themes.
For gifting, pack in decorative tins or jars with a tag.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling)
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Holiday Cookie
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: button cookies, sugar cookie recipe, decorated cookies, baby shower cookies, holiday cookies, edible gifts, cookie crafting, no-frosting cookies