Irresistible Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth. With a buttery, crisp texture and rich flavor, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy tea party or a festive gathering. Simple to make and utterly satisfying, they’ll have everyone reaching for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt; then gradually incorporate into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on the baking sheet with two inches of space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg