Description
These buttery shortbread cookies are light, airy, and melt in your mouth, perfect for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
- Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a festive touch, add colored sprinkles before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 1g