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Turkish Shortbread Cookies

Buttery, crumbly shortbread cookies with a hint of cinnamon, perfect for tea or coffee.

Total time
25 min
Servings
24
Calories
120
Protein
1g
Turkish Shortbread Cookies
comfortingfestiveturkishvegetariannonecrumblyshorttea time

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

    Add 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.

  4. 4

    Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.

  5. 5

    Bake until edges are lightly golden, 12-15 minutes. 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
  • wire rack

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