Butter Cookies Without Butter
These Butter Cookies Without Butter are a delicious alternative to the classic recipe, using oil instead of butter for a light and crispy texture. Perfect for tea time or as a simple dessert!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand or stand mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- ½ cup vegetable oil or light olive oil
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your butter-free cookies!