Danish Butter Cookies

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment mix butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla together on medium speed for 5 minutes until light in color and whipped, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary. Alternately you can use a bowl and a hand mixer.

Step 3

Turn the mixer to low and add in flour, mixing until just combined. The dough should be smooth and soft.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star attachment. Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in a circle or rosette shape.

Step 5

Place the baking sheet in a refrigerator for 20 minutes to chill the dough slightly.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 300°F and bake cookies for 18-20 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.

Step 7

Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.