Description
Easter Shortbread Cookies are a delightful springtime treat, featuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a rich buttery flavor. Perfect for any Easter celebration or just because, these cookies are easy to make and can be customized with festive decorations. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, making them the highlight of your dessert table. Gather your loved ones and create sweet memories while baking these irresistible cookies!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour on low speed until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool before dusting generously with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg