Easy Shortbread Cookies
These easy-to-make shortbread cookies are rich, buttery, and perfect for any occasion, delightful as a sweet snack or a treat to share.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar You can make your own by blending granulated sugar until fine.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are wonderful on their own with a cup of tea or coffee. You can also serve them with a scoop of ice cream or package them neatly as gifts. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week, or freeze them individually wrapped.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgSugar: 2g
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