Description
This classic shortbread cookie recipe yields tender, buttery cookies with a crumbly texture and rich flavor. Perfect for tea time, holiday trays, or a simple sweet treat any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract (if using) and salt.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters or slice into rectangles.
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are just turning golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
- Dip half in chocolate for an elegant twist.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: shortbread cookies, butter cookies, classic cookies, holiday baking, simple shortbread