Looking for a quick and easy Christmas treat? These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are made with just 5 simple ingredients! Perfect for holiday baking, these butter cookies are a classic favourite that will fill your home with sweet, festive scents. Whether you're making them for a holiday party, a gift, or just a cozy treat, this recipe is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup - Butter
• 2/3 cup - Sugar (granulated )
• 1 tsp - vanilla essence
• 1/4 tsp - Salt ( or add as needed)
• 2 cups - All purpose flour / Maida ( 2 tbsp extra or as needed to knead the dough)
• Optional- sprinkles to coat the cookies

1. Mix the butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
2. Gradually add the all purpose flour, ½ cup at a time, until the dough comes together.
3. Shape the dough into a log, wrap it in parchment paper or plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour. To prevent flattening, wrap a thick dish towel around the dough log.
4. Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
5. Spread 2 tablespoons of coarse sugar on a plate. Roll the dough log in the sugar to coat it for a sweet, crunchy exterior. Its completely optional.
6. Slice the dough into ½-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife as shown in the video.
7. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-11 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool completely before storing t in an air tight container.