Shortbread Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Gather your ingredients and prepare for a delightful baking experience. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even baking and a perfectly golden hue. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 8 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is crucial for achieving that signature shortbread tenderness. (8 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the vanilla extract, then gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tougher cookie. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Lightly flour a clean surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to create your desired shapes, or simply cut into squares or rectangles with a sharp knife. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Carefully transfer the cookies to ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 11 mins Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye on them, as they can burn easily. (10-12 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking. (5 minutes)