Irish Butter Cookies
Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth perfection of Irish Butter Cookies—classic shortbread-style treats that highlight the rich, velvety flavor of premium Irish butter. These cookies are a simple yet elegant combination of powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, balanced with the delicate lightness of cornstarch and all-purpose flour. Skillfully creamed butter creates a soft, tender dough that's easy to shape into your favorite designs, making them perfect for holidays, teatime, or everyday snacking. Baked to just the right golden edge, these cookies are irresistibly buttery, crisp, and delicate. Ready in under an hour and made with just six pantry staples, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a taste of authentic Irish baking.
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Ingredients
- 230 grams Irish butter (softened)
- 100 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened Irish butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Step 3
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Mix at low speed until the dough comes together. It will be soft but not sticky.
Step 6
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and gently shape it into a ball, being careful not to overwork it.
Step 7
Roll the dough out to approximately 1/4 inch (6mm) thickness. Use cookie cutters of your choice to cut out shapes.
Step 8
Place the shaped cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small space between each cookie.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are just slightly golden (avoid overbaking to preserve their buttery tenderness).
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (634.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3144.4 |
| Total Fat 183.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 115.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 492.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1629.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 336.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 98.9g | |
| Protein 26.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 85.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 329.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories