Butter Cookie Swirls
Butter cookies, those melt-in-your-mouth delights, hold a special place in the hearts of cookie enthusiasts everywhere. These delicate and buttery treats have been a classic favorite for generations, and for a good reason. Their simplicity, versatility, and rich, buttery flavor make them a go-to option for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) butter room temperature
- ⅔ cup (140g) sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (280g) flour
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Beat butter, sugar and salt until smooth.
- Beat in the egg yolks and vanilla extract.
- On low speed slowly mix in the flour until just combined. Beat in the milk.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a very large star tip. Do not over fill the bag! It will be difficult to pipe the cookies.
- Pipe 2 inch swirls on a lined baking sheet. Keep the cookies about 2-3 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or when the edges are slightly browned.
- Let cool completely. Melt the chocolate using a double boiler or the microwave.
- Dip half of each cookie in the chocolate and top with sprinkles.