Shortbread Cookie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and remaining sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it until it comes together. Roll the dough into a log shape or press it into a lined baking pan.
- 7
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 8
Slice or Cut
After chilling, slice the log into 1/4 inch thick rounds or cut shapes from the pressed dough using cookie cutters.
- 9
Bake the Cookies
Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.