Description
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of homemade shortbread cookies! With their buttery, crumbly texture and melt-in-your-mouth goodness, these treats are perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they fill your home with a warm, inviting aroma. Whether enjoyed plain or adorned with chocolate chips, these cookies promise joy in every bite.
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 pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt while mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until just incorporated. The dough will be thick and slightly crumbly.
- Form small balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball gently with a fork.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg