Shortbread Cookies Recipe: Buttery and Elegant
Classic Shortbread Cookies with a buttery flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 tsp almond extract
- Optional: Powdered sugar edible flowers
- Suggested Pairings: Berries tea
Instructions
- Beat butter, sugar; add vanilla, almond extract, flour, salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F; roll dough, cut into shapes.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until golden; cool.
- Serve on a white ceramic plate with powdered sugar, berries, and tea.
Notes
- Use softened butter for the best texture.
- Store at room temperature for 1 week or freeze for 3 months.
- Try gluten-free or lemon variations.
- Pair with coffee.