Fast and Easy Shortbread
Whip up a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat with this Fast and Easy Shortbread recipe—perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike! With just three simple ingredients—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour—you can have a batch of classic shortbread ready in no time. This recipe requires only 15 minutes of prep and bakes to golden perfection in 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for last-minute desserts or holiday cookie trays. From its tender crumb to the delicate fork-marked design, these cookies are a timeless indulgence. Customize the shape for any occasion or add a festive dusting of powdered sugar for extra charm. Store these irresistible cookies in an airtight container to enjoy their rich, buttery flavor all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 280 grams all-purpose flour
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer for best results.
Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, mixing slowly until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too crumbly, gently knead it together with your hands.
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness.
Cut the dough into desired shapes using cookie cutters or slice into rectangles for a classic shortbread look.
Place the shortbread pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each.
Use a fork to poke small holes into the top of each shortbread piece to create the traditional design.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are a light golden brown. Avoid over-baking for a softer texture.
Remove from the oven and allow the shortbread to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve as-is or dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.8 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 12 mg | 0% | |
*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.
