Description
This is a simple and classic shortbread cookie recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Shape the dough into a log and wrap it in plastic wrap.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice the log into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- These cookies can be flavored with vanilla or almond extract.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle with sugar before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: shortbread cookie recipe