Description
Perfectly buttery and tender shortbread cookies that have been a favorite for over 35 years! This simple yet foolproof recipe yields melt-in-your-mouth cookies with just three ingredients. A timeless treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups butter, softened
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar using a mixer on medium-high speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This step helps incorporate air into the dough, ensuring a tender texture. - Add the Flour
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter and sugar mixture while continuing to beat. Beat for about 5 minutes until the dough feels velvety and smooth. The longer you mix, the smoother the dough will become. - Roll and Cut
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to your desired thickness, about 1/4 inch thick. Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes. - Bake
Place the cut-out cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 7 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake. - Cool and Enjoy
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a few drops of vanilla or almond extract to the dough.
- If you want to make these cookies ahead of time, you can freeze the dough for up to 3 months. Roll it into a log, wrap it in plastic, and slice the dough when you’re ready to bake.
- These cookies are perfect for decorating with royal icing, sprinkles, or even dipped in chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 30mg