Low Sodium Classic Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the buttery simplicity of Low Sodium Classic Shortbread Cookies, a heart-healthy twist on the beloved shortbread treat. Crafted with unsalted butter and a delicate blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch, this recipe lets the luxurious texture and subtle sweetness shine while keeping sodium in check. Perfectly golden and irresistibly crumbly, these cookies are easy to prepare with just six staple ingredients and minimal effort. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack or paired with your favorite tea, these low-sodium delights offer guilt-free indulgence that's as comforting as it is delicious. Bake a batch today for a timeless treat everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it becomes creamy and smooth.
Add the granulated sugar to the butter and continue to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch to ensure there are no lumps.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring on low speed until a dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a clean, lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until smooth.
Roll the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and use a cookie cutter to cut into desired shapes. Gather any scraps and reroll until all the dough is used.
Place the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.4 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.9 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.4 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.2 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 317 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.
