Description
These buttery Shortbread Cookies are crisp, tender, and melt in your mouth. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this classic recipe is perfect for holidays, tea time, or gifting. The dough comes together quickly and bakes into golden, buttery perfection every time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened): provides rich flavor and tender texture
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar: adds smooth sweetness and delicate crumb
- 2 cups all-purpose flour: gives structure and classic shortbread texture
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: enhances buttery flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon salt: balances sweetness and deepens flavor
Instructions
- Cream the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt until combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough between parchment paper to desired thickness or press into a baking pan.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes to help maintain shape while baking.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut dough into shapes or slices and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use high-quality butter for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overmix the dough; stop once it comes together.
- Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for up to a month.
- Add lemon zest, nuts, or chocolate drizzle for creative variations.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Shortbread Cookies, buttery cookies, classic cookies, tea cookies, holiday baking, simple cookies, Preppy Kitchen shortbread