Quick Easy Shortbread Cookie

Quick Easy Shortbread Cookie

Craving a melt-in-your-mouth treat that's both buttery and delicious? Look no further than our Quick Easy Shortbread Cookie recipe! With just a handful of simple ingredients and a short baking time, you can whip up these delightful cookies in no time. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or for sharing with loved ones over a cup of tea, these shortbread cookies are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

  • Prep 15 min
  • Cook 15 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Yield 12 cookies
  • Cuisine British
  • Category Dessert
Regular Shortbread Cookie Easy Quick Butter Dessert

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

  4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.

  5. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes from the dough and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.

  6. Prick the tops of the cookies with a fork to create a classic shortbread design.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

  8. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories
200 kcal
Total Fat
12 g
Saturated Fat
7 g
Cholesterol
30 mg
Sodium
150 mg
Total Carbohydrate
20 g
Dietary Fiber
0.5 g
Sugars
6 g
Protein
2 g

Ready to impress your friends and family with your baking skills? Whip up a batch of these Quick Easy Shortbread Cookies and watch them disappear in no time! With just a few basic ingredients and simple steps, you can create a batch of delicious cookies that are perfect for any occasion. So go ahead, get baking, and enjoy the irresistible taste of homemade shortbread goodness!