Description
Simple and delicious 4 ingredient Christmas shortbread cookies.
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 mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a log and wrap it in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Variations can include adding vanilla extract or almond extract for flavor.
- Dress cookies with melted chocolate or sprinkle with festive colored sugar before baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: 4 ingredient christmas shortbread cookies