Description
Shortbread cookies are the ultimate indulgence, combining buttery richness with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for cozy afternoons or festive gatherings, these simple yet elegant treats are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour to the mixture while blending at low speed until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about half an inch thick. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters or slice into squares.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg