Cookies by Design Sugar Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth perfection of Cookies by Design Sugar Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of classic shortbread with the sweetness of sugar cookies. This easy-to-make recipe features a simple yet luxurious blend of softened unsalted butter, granulated and powdered sugars, and pure vanilla extract, creating a dough that’s rich, tender, and irresistibly crumbly. With a quick chill in the fridge and a light touch of flour for rolling, you can shape these cookies into your favorite designs, perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed plain, adorned with sprinkles, or decorated with icing, these cookies bake to perfection in just 12 minutes, offering a golden-hued, buttery taste that’s sure to win hearts. Ideal for gifting, celebrating, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these sugar shortbread cookies are a must-try for any baking enthusiast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Milk (optional, for adjusting dough)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing just until the dough comes together. If the dough seems too crumbly, add 1 tablespoon of milk to help bind it.
Cover the dough and refrigerate for 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Dust a clean surface with a small amount of flour, and roll the dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness.
Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn a light golden color.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate as desired with icing, sprinkles, or enjoy them plain!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.3 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.1 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 636 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 390.3 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 160.3 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 398 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
