Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread Cookies

Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Scottish shortbread with a delicate crumb and rich vanilla flavor.

⏱ 25 minServes 12Scottish

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for topping

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in vanilla extract, then mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  4. 4Press dough evenly into an 8x8 inch baking pan and prick with a fork.
  5. 5Sprinkle top with sugar and bake for 15-18 minutes until light golden brown.
  6. 6Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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