Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the rich, buttery perfection of homemade shortbread cookies with this easy and timeless recipe! Made with just five simple ingredients—softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and a touch of salt—these cookies boast a delicate, crumbly texture and a melt-in-your-mouth finish. The secret lies in chilling the dough before baking, ensuring each cookie retains its crisp edges and satisfying snap. Ready in just 35 minutes, including prep and baking time, these classic shortbread cookies are perfect for holiday trays, afternoon tea, or a sweet snack any day of the year. Customize the shapes with your favorite cookie cutters, and enjoy a batch that stays fresh for up to a week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it into a smooth ball.
Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out your desired shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Avoid overbaking for a softer texture.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your buttery shortbread cookies, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 13 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.
