Description
Christmas Shortbread Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that embody the spirit of the season with their buttery richness and melt-in-your-mouth texture. This cherished family recipe brings warmth and nostalgia, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings by the fire. Easy to prepare, these cookies can be customized with various flavors to suit any palate, ensuring they shine on your festive dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add sifted all-purpose flour and salt while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Stir in pure vanilla extract gently until evenly mixed.
- Shape small balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on baking sheets before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg