Grandma's Shortbread Cookies
Delight in the timeless charm of Grandma's Shortbread Cookies, a classic treat that brings home the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth magic of traditional baking. Made with just five simple ingredients—unsalted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, flour, and a pinch of salt—this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and rich flavor. These cookies are prepped and baked in under 40 minutes and feature a soft, crumbly texture with just a touch of sweetness. Perfectly customizable, you can shape them with cookie cutters or add fork patterns for a nostalgic finish. Whether paired with a warm cup of tea or enjoyed as a standalone indulgence, these shortbread cookies are a must-bake family favorite. Keywords: homemade shortbread cookies, traditional cookies, buttery shortbread recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until smooth.
Step 6
Roll the dough out to about 1/2-inch thickness and use a cookie cutter or knife to cut out your desired shapes.
Step 7
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Step 8
Optional: Use a fork to gently press a pattern onto the tops of the cookies or leave them plain for a classic look.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (457.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2082.6 |
| Total Fat 98.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 56.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 610.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 283.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 101.0g | |
| Protein 25.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 57.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 290.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories