Shortbread Cookies
- MAKES
- 24 (about 2 dozen)
- CHILL TIME
- 15 Min
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
Sure, shortbread cookies are traditionally a Christmas cookie, but our quick and easy recipe for these timeless favorites are great all year! We can't get enough of them in the Test Kitchen.
What You'll Need
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
What to Do
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt; mix well until a dough forms. Roll into a ball and return to bowl; cover and chill 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
- On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough to a 10- x 6-inch rectangle. Cut into 1 - x 3-inch pieces and place on ungreased rimmed baking sheets. Sprinkle with a little sugar.
- Bake 10 to 15 minutes, or until edges are slightly golden. Remove to wire racks and allow to cool completely.
Notes
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You can drizzle these with some melted chocolate for a little variety!
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