Easy Rich Shortbread
Indulge in the buttery perfection of Easy Rich Shortbread—an effortless treat with just six simple ingredients that deliver melt-in-your-mouth decadence. This classic cookie recipe combines creamy unsalted butter, delicate powdered sugar, and a blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch to create a soft, crumbly texture that’s irresistibly rich. Infused with a hint of vanilla and balanced by a touch of fine sea salt, these cookies are elegantly simple yet packed with flavor. Whether shaped into festive designs or sliced into traditional rounds, this shortbread bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfect for holidays, afternoon tea, or an anytime indulgence, these cookies are sure to impress while being incredibly easy to make at home. Enjoy the timeless charm of homemade shortbread that stays tender and delicious for up to a week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 260 grams all-purpose flour
- 60 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons fine sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or a spatula to cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch to remove any lumps.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, combining until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
Transfer the dough to a clean work surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together.
Roll the dough to about 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) thickness and use your favorite cookie cutter shape to cut out the shortbread. Alternatively, form the dough into a log and slice it into rounds.
Place the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between them.
Using a fork, gently prick the tops of the cookies for a classic shortbread look (this step is optional).
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are just starting to turn golden.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the shortbread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days. Enjoy with your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.1 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.9 g | 570% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 503 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 529 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 353.5 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*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.
