Melting Moments Cookies (Cornstarch Butter Cookies)

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mix butter, powdered sugar and vanilla extract with an electric mixer or in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment until smooth.

Step 2

Add in cornstarch, flour and salt.

Step 3

You can do the same steps with your hands too. Just make sure you combine everything well.

Step 4

Cover and chill the dough for half an hour.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).

Step 6

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Make mini balls from the dough and place on the baking sheet leaving about 1-inch space.

Step 8

Gently press a fork on the cookies to give them a nice shape. (See how to make it in the video below)

Step 9

Bake for 13 minutes or until the edges are very slightly golden.

Step 10

Remove from the oven, let them sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then transfer onto a wire rack to cool them completely.

Step 11

Sift powdered sugar on them and serve.