Homemade Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the warmth of homemade shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth and bring a sense of nostalgia with every bite. With a buttery flavor and subtle hints of vanilla, these delightful treats are perfect for sharing at tea parties or enjoying as a sweet snack. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to become a staple in your dessert collection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add this mixture to the butter-sugar blend on low speed until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth (about 1 minute).
- Roll out the dough to about half an inch thick, cut into desired shapes, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg