Description
These Classic Shortbread Cookies are a buttery delight, perfect for any occasion. With a tender crumb and just the right amount of sweetness, they are a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add flour: Add the flour and salt, and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead and shape: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead until smooth. Roll the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Bake: Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 14–16 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.
- Cool and serve: Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more delicate flavor, substitute almond extract for vanilla.
- Dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate for a festive twist.
- Dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
