Indulge in the heavenly flavors of this melt-in-your-mouth shortbread recipe. With a buttery texture and delicate crumble, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and require minimal ingredients, making it a great recipe for beginners. Enjoy these irresistible treats with a cup of tea or package them beautifully as a homemade gift.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a crumbly dough forms.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it until it comes together.
- Shape the dough into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Using a cookie cutter, cut out desired shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
