Milk Butter Cookies

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Classic, Tender Cookies with a Delicate Buttery Flavor

Introduction

These Milk Butter Cookies are a timeless treat, beloved for their soft, crumbly texture and rich, buttery taste. Made with simple pantry staples, these cookies are quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion—whether enjoyed with tea, packed in lunchboxes, or shared as homemade gifts.

Unlike overly sweet desserts, these cookies strike a perfect balance of sweetness and richness, enhanced by a hint of vanilla. The addition of cornflour (cornstarch) ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth quality, while the self-raising flour keeps them light and fluffy.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250g) self-raising flour
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp (24g) cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) milk

(Optional: 1 tbsp coarse sugar for sprinkling before baking)

(Makes ~24 cookies)

Instructions

1. Prep & Preheat

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in vanilla extract.
  3. Sift in flour, cornflour, and salt, then stir until just combined.
  4. Add milk gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.

3. Shape & Bake

  1. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
  2. Flatten slightly with a fork or the bottom of a glass.
  3. Sprinkle with coarse sugar (if using).
  4. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

4. Cool & Serve

  • Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Tips for Success

✔ Room-temperature butter ensures even mixing.
✔ Don’t overmix—this keeps cookies tender.
✔ For extra richness, replace milk with heavy cream.
✔ Variation: Add lemon zest or ½ tsp cinnamon for flavor twists.

Serving Suggestions

  • With dunking hot chocolate or chai tea.
  • Sandwich with jam or Nutella for a fancier treat.
  • As holiday cookies decorated with icing.

Conclusion

These Milk Butter Cookies are a humble yet irresistible classic. Their delicate texture and buttery flavor make them universally appealing, while their ease of preparation ensures they’ll become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike!

Variation: Roll dough in cinnamon sugar before baking for a spiced version.

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