Classic Sable Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Sable Cookies.

1. Step 1

   To start your delightful cookie-making adventure, grab your food processor and combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.

2. Step 2

   Pulse these ingredients together about five times until they’re well mixed.

3. Step 3

   Next, add the cubed butter to the processor.

4. Step 4

   Pulse again until the mixture takes on a crumbly texture, which should take around twelve pulses.

5. Step 5

   Now it’s time to bring in the egg yolks and a splash of vanilla extract.

6. Step 6

   Process everything together for about thirty seconds, or until the dough begins to clump together nicely.

7. Step 7

   Once your dough is ready, shape it into a disc about one inch thick.

8. Step 8

   Wrap it snugly in plastic wrap and pop it in the refrigerator to chill.

9. Step 9

   This step is crucial for achieving that perfect texture, so let it firm up for at least thirty minutes, or if you’re planning ahead, it can stay fresh in the fridge for up to two days.

10. Step 10

    When you’re ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

11. Step 11

    Position your oven racks in the upper and lower thirds, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

12. Step 12

    Now, take your chilled dough and roll it out on a floured surface until it’s about a quarter of an inch thick.

13. Step 13

    Use a 2 1/2-inch fluted round cookie cutter to cut out as many cookies as you can.

14. Step 14

    Don’t worry if you have scraps; just re-roll them and cut out more cookies until you’ve used up all the dough.

15. Step 15

    Place your cookie cutouts on the prepared baking sheets, making sure to leave about 1 1/2 inches of space between each one.

16. Step 16

    In a small bowl, whisk together some water and an egg white until they’re well combined.

17. Step 17

    Lightly brush this mixture over the tops of your cookies, then sprinkle them generously with sanding sugar for that extra sparkle.

18. Step 18

    Now it’s time to bake! Slide the baking sheets into your preheated oven and rotate them halfway through the baking time.

19. Step 19

    You’ll want to bake the cookies until they’re set and lightly golden around the edges, which should take about 12 to 14 minutes.

20. Step 20

    Once they’re done, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 15 minutes.

21. Step 21

    After that, transfer them to an airtight container, where they’ll stay fresh for up to a week—if they last that long! Enjoy your delicious homemade cookies, perfect for sharing or savoring all on your own!.