Description
These Classic Shortbread Cookies are buttery and crumbly, bringing warmth and nostalgia with every bite. Simple to make with minimal ingredients, they’re perfect for any gathering or cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- Powdered Sugar (3/4 cup)
- Vanilla Extract (1/2 teaspoon)
- All-Purpose Flour (2 1/4 cups)
- Butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a mixer and mix until fluffy.
- Gradually add the fluffed all-purpose flour and mix until you achieve a crumbly texture.
- Shape the dough into a ball and roll between parchment paper to about 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut out circles and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are light golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Use softened butter for easy mixing and a tender cookie texture.
Optionally chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s difficult to roll out.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg