Description
Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth experience of these classic shortbread cookies! With a buttery flavor and crumbly texture, they’re perfect for any occasion, from cozy evenings to festive gatherings. Simple to prepare, they bring joy and nostalgia to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup softened butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixer bowl, combine butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and flour, mixing until a crumbly dough forms.
- Roll the dough between parchment paper to 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick and cut into shapes.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the sheets before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for two weeks.
These cookies freeze well; store in a single layer in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
Consider adding a pinch of salt or lemon zest for a flavor twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg