Description
Delicate and buttery, Sablé Breton Cookies are a classic French treat that pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. These cookies have a crumbly texture and a rich, slightly sweet flavor that makes them irresistible. Follow this simple recipe to create your own batch of delicious Sablé Breton Cookies at home.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 Egg Yolks (at room temperature)
- 75 gr (3/4 cup) Icing Sugar
- 100 gr (7 tablespoons) Salted Butter (very soft)
- 175 gr (1 cup + 1 1/2 tablespoons) Plain / All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1 Egg Yolk (for the Egg Wash – optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Take the butter out of the fridge to soften. Whisk together egg yolks and icing sugar until smooth. Add soft butter and mix until thick. Sift in flour and baking powder, then combine to form a smooth dough.
- Chill the Dough: Roll the dough between baking paper, chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat and Shape: Preheat oven to 160°C/325°F. Cut out cookies, place on a baking tray.
- Optional Egg Wash: Brush cookies with egg yolk for a golden finish.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool on a rack and store in an air-tight container.
Notes
- Note 1: Thickness of rolled dough affects cookie texture.
- Note 2: Use a baking mat or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Note 3: Cookie cutters create uniform shapes.
- Note 4: Transfer cookies carefully to maintain shape.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Sablé Breton Cookies, French Cookies, Butter Cookies, Tea Time Treats
