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Shortbread Cookies

Buttery, crumbly, and melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies made with just three ingredients. Perfect for tea time or a simple dessert.

Total time
30 min
Servings
24
Calories
120
Protein
1g
Shortbread Cookies
ComfortingBritishVegetarianNoneCrumblyTenderTea TimeHoliday

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 cups flour

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, beat the 1 cup softened butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Gradually add the 2 cups flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

  4. 4

    Roll dough on a floured surface to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters.

  5. 5

    Place cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared sheet. Bake until edges are lightly golden, 12-15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tools you’ll need

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Wire rack

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