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Classic Shortbread Cookies


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully buttery shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line two lightly colored baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and flour. Mix slowly until a crumbly dough forms.
  3. Form the dough into a ball and roll it between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/3 to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out desired shapes.
  4. Place the cut-outs onto the prepared baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the bottoms are barely golden brown.
  6. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking trays before transferring them to cooling racks.

Notes

Store cookies in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze cooled cookies in a freezer-safe bag.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: General

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: shortbread cookies, buttery cookies, easy dessert, classic recipe