Description
Experience the joy of the holidays with these melt-in-your-mouth Christmas Shortbread Bites. Made with rich butter and a hint of vanilla, these delightful treats are perfect for sharing with family and friends. With their buttery texture and customizable toppings, they not only taste amazing but also look beautiful on any dessert platter. Whether served at festive gatherings or enjoyed by the fire, these shortbread bites are sure to evoke warm memories of holiday cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional toppings: sprinkles or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add in the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes.
- Place cutouts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool completely before decorating with optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 76
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg