Some of the most memorable cookies aren’t loaded with fancy ingredients or complicated steps. They’re made from basics, mixed with care, and baked into something warm and comforting. These 4-ingredient butter cookies are the perfect example—crisp at the edges, tender in the center, and rich with real buttery flavor.
This is the kind of recipe you turn to when you want homemade cookies fast, when your pantry is nearly empty, or when you just want the pure taste of classic baking. No mixers, no chilling, no stress—just simple ingredients coming together beautifully.
Why You’ll Love These Butter Cookies
Only 4 pantry ingredients
No eggs, no milk, no baking powder
Light, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth
Perfect for tea, coffee, or gifting
Easy to customize with flavors or toppings
4-Ingredient Butter Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
Method: How to Make Them
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