Classic Shortbread Cookies
These Classic Shortbread Cookies are buttery, crisp, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with just five simple ingredients, they’re perfect for the holidays, tea time, or edible gifts. This easy shortbread cookie recipe is endlessly versatile and always delivers timeless flavor and elegant simplicity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish, American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt. Stir until dough forms—it may look crumbly at first, but press gently until smooth.
- Shape dough into a log and chill, or roll out to ½ inch thick and cut with cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Add citrus zest (lemon, orange) for a fresh twist.
- Dip in chocolate after baking for a more elegant presentation.
- For holiday flair, cut into festive shapes and sprinkle with sanding sugar before baking.
- Dough can be made ahead and chilled or frozen.
- Be gentle when handling—shortbread dough is naturally delicate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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