Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days
Refrigerate for longer freshness
Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months
They also make excellent gifts — just stack them in a tin with parchment paper between layers.
Why This Recipe Works Every Time
The beauty of this recipe lies in its balance. Butter provides moisture. Flour gives structure. Sugar adds sweetness and browning. Vanilla ties everything together.
No eggs means a smoother, more delicate crumb. No leavening means a classic shortbread-style texture. Every bite feels intentional, rich, and comforting.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever wanted a cookie recipe that feels almost too easy to be true, this is it. These 4-ingredient butter cookies prove that you don’t need complexity to create something special.
They’re the kind of cookies people keep reaching for — one after another — until the plate is empty. And when someone asks for the recipe, they won’t believe how simple it really is.
Sometimes, the best baking secrets are the simplest ones.
