Classic Shortbread Cookies
Buttery, crumbly, and irresistibly soft, these Classic Shortbread Cookies are a timeless treat perfect for any occasion. Made with just five simple ingredients—unsalted butter, granulated sugar, pure vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt—this easy recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth perfection with every bite. The dough is gently rolled and cut into delicate shapes, then finished with a signature fork-pricked design for that classic shortbread charm. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as an elegant addition to a holiday cookie platter, these homemade shortbread cookies are a delightful nod to tradition. Ready in under an hour, they’re the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication.
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Ingredients
- 230 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
Step 3
Add the pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
Step 6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently bring it together with your hands until it forms a cohesive ball.
Step 7
Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Using a round cookie cutter or any shape of your choice, cut out the cookies and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each cookie.
Step 8
Using a fork, gently prick the surface of each cookie in a decorative pattern to prevent excessive puffing and to add traditional shortbread texture.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn a light golden color.
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (582.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2966.9 |
| Total Fat 194.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 516.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 627.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 283.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 100.7g | |
| Protein 26.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 82.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 309.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories