Buttery Shortbread Cookies
Buttery shortbread cookies are a classic treat that melt in your mouth, offering a delicious balance of rich butter flavor and a light, crumbly texture. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only simple to make but also customizable. With just five ingredients, you can easily create a batch that will delight family and friends. Add chocolate chips or citrus zest for a unique twist, making each cookie a personal masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg