Classic Shortbread Cookies: The Best Homemade Treat You’ll Love
Classic Shortbread Cookies are a delicious treat that melts in your mouth, with a rich buttery flavor that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add in flour and salt, mixing until incorporated.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Shape the dough into a log and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Slice into rounds and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality butter.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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