Description
Experience the delight of homemade shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth! With a buttery flavor and a hint of vanilla, these cookies are ideal for any occasion. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they bring warmth and joy to every gathering. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with chocolate, these treats will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the sifted flour, vanilla extract, and salt until a smooth dough forms.
- Lightly knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth. Avoid overworking.
- Shape the dough into logs or cut into fun shapes using cookie cutters. Optionally sprinkle coarse sugar on top.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg