Strawberries & Cream Recipe
Shortbread cookie
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Ingredients
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Shortbread Cookie Ingredients
Method
Shortbread Cookie Directions
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 6
Shape the Cookies
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
- 7
Bake the Cookies
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 8
Cool and Serve
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
