Vegan Classic Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in the buttery perfection of these Vegan Classic Shortbread Cookies, a plant-based twist on a timeless favorite. Made with just five simple ingredients—vegan butter, powdered sugar, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—this recipe captures the rich, crumbly texture and melt-in-your-mouth goodness of traditional shortbread, without any dairy. With a quick 15 minutes of prep time and a golden bake in under 20 minutes, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or everyday snacking. Roll, cut, and shape them into your favorite designs for a touch of creativity, or keep them classic for effortless elegance. Whether you're vegan or simply in search of a dairy-free dessert, these shortbread cookies are bound to become your new go-to treat!
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Ingredients
- 180 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Vegan butter
- 60 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 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 mixing bowl, beat the vegan butter until soft and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Step 3
Add the powdered sugar to the whipped butter, and continue to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 4
Mix in the vanilla extract and salt to the creamed mixture.
Step 5
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the bowl and mix it in at a low speed until it forms a soft dough.
Step 6
On a clean surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness using a rolling pin.
Step 7
Cut the dough into shapes using a cookie cutter of your choice and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Gather any remaining scraps of dough, re-roll, and cut more cookies.
Step 9
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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.
Step 11
Once cooled, store the shortbread cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (395.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1993.5 |
| Total Fat 119.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 75.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1558.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 197.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.6g | |
| Protein 18.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 25.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 203.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories