Melt In Your Mouth Cookies III

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sifted confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. The dough will initially resemble coarse pie crust. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently form it into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap tightly in parchment paper or plastic wrap. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Chill the log in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 days. This step is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking. (60 minutes)

Recipe View 0 mins When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Recipe View 5 mins Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and slice it into 1/4-inch thick rounds. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 0 mins Arrange the cookie slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each cookie.

Recipe View 10 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 8-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn a light golden brown. Watch carefully, as they can burn easily. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 0 mins Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.