Description
Easter shortbread cookies with a delicate texture and rich flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Roll the dough into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Experiment with adding lemon zest for a citrus twist.
- Consider using cookie cutters for festive shapes.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Easter shortbread, cookies, baking, dessert