Description
These Christmas Shortbread Cookies are a classic holiday treat that’s easy to make and always a delight. They’re buttery, melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 300°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper or baking mats.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar until very fluffy and aerated (at least 5 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients: Mix in the flour, cornstarch, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Shape Cookies: Dust your hands with cornstarch, then form the dough into balls about 2 teaspoons to 1 tablespoon in size.
- Decorate and Bake: Place on the lined cookie sheets and press down the top of each cookie with the tines of a fork dipped in cornstarch (this prevents sticking). Add a few sprinkles to the top of each cookie. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the tops look set.
Notes
- Butter: Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming.
- Chilling Dough: If the dough is too soft to handle, you can chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before shaping.
- Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the cookies while baking, as baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
- Cooling: Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before storing.
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
