Description
Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of Classic Shortbread Cookies. This easy recipe features just a few ingredients for a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, combine softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and flour until a crumbly dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a ball, roll it out between parchment paper to 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick, and cut into shapes.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
Do not over-mix the dough to maintain the delicate crumb texture.
Add lemon zest or almond extract for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg