Shortbread Cookie Recipe
Enjoy buttery shortbread cookies with a hint of vanilla. Easy to make and perfect for dessert or a sweet treat anytime. Classic American goodness in every bite!
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Calories: 180kcal
Servings: 16
Equipment
- Stand mixer with paddle attachment
- Silicone mat or parchment paper
- Sharp Knife
- Fork or skewer
- Wire rack for cooling
Ingredients
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter unsalted butter at room temperature 142g
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1,1/2 cups all-purpose flour 180g
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt optional
Instructions
- Cream butter and vanilla extract until smooth in a stand mixer.
- Add confectioners' sugar and salt, mix until combined.
- Gradually add flour while beating on low until dough forms.
- Shape dough into a rectangular prism, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least an hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and slice dough into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Place slices on a lined baking sheet, space apart, and indent with a fork or skewer.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through baking.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g