Serving Details
- Yields: 12-15 cookies
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Recipe Description
A classic shortbread recipe, elevated with a hint of vanilla and a dusting of sugar. These buttery cookies are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Cut out shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Dip the tops of the cookies in granulated sugar.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, use unsalted butter at room temperature.
- To prevent the dough from sticking, keep your work surface and rolling pin lightly floured.
- You can add different flavorings to the dough, such as lemon zest, almond extract, or chopped nuts.
Nutritional Information (Approximate per cookie):
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 20mg
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 1g
