Shortbread Cookies
These classic shortbread cookies are buttery, rich, and melt in your mouth with every bite! Made with just four simple ingredients, they’re perfect for any occasion—from holiday cookie trays to everyday treats. You’ll love how fast they come together and how customizable they are for decorating or dipping in chocolate.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- 2
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
- 3
Add in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- 4
Slowly add the flour to the mixture, beating until a smooth dough forms.
- 5
Fill a cookie press with the dough and press cookies onto two ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 1 ½ inches apart.
- 6
Alternatively, roll dough into small balls and gently flatten with a fork.
- 7
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden brown.
- 8
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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