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A close-up of golden shortbread cookies, traditionally baked.

Best way to grow 3 Shortbread Cookies

This recipe provides a simple and delicious way to make three perfect shortbread cookies. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll have delightful buttery treats in no time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 3 cookies
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium bowl
  • electric mixer (optional)
  • wire rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined and a dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough into three equal portions and shape each into a disc, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, then let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter mixture. You can also sprinkle a little extra sugar on top of the cookies before baking for a nice crunch.