Crispy Piped Butter Cookies

8. Preheat the oven to 170°C (330°F).
9. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to preserve the tender texture.
10. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet — they will firm up and develop their signature crispness as they cool.

✨ Tips for Perfect Cookies

• ✔️ Cornstarch gives the cookies that classic brittle, rough texture — don’t skip it.
• ✔️ Pipe onto cool trays to keep the dough in shape.
• ✔️ They will crisp up after cooling, so don’t worry if they feel soft right out of the oven.

🔁 Variations

• 🌰 Add 50 g ground almonds (reduce flour by the same amount) for a nutty twist.
• 🍋 Add lemon zest for a fresh citrus flavor.
• 🍫 Dip the ends in melted dark or white chocolate for a decorative finish.

These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week — if they last that long!