Butter Cookies — Soft and Golden as You Wish

Preheat oven to 230°C (450°F).

2. Combine the dry ingredients

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

3. Add the wet ingredients

Stir in the buttermilk and mix until a soft dough forms.

4. Prepare the butter

Melt the butter in a bowl in the microwave.

Pour it into an 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 inch baking dish (not too small or too deep).

5. Arrange the Dough