Description
There’s something uniquely magical about Danish butter cookies. The buttery richness, delicate crunch, and melt-in-your-mouth texture evoke memories of holidays, family gatherings, and the unmistakable joy of opening a blue tin of perfectly shaped cookies. But did you know you can recreate that timeless delight in your own kitchen? With just a few ingredients and a little effort, you can whip up a batch of homemade Danish butter cookies that are every bit as delicious as those iconic store-bought treats.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Christmas sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the yellow cake mix, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes. Chilling helps the dough firm up for easier piping.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Pipe the Cookies:
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe swirls or other shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Add Sprinkles:
- For a festive touch, sprinkle Christmas decorations or coarse sugar onto the cookies before baking.
- Bake:
- Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are just lightly golden.
- Cool:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Danish