Description

Scotch Shortbread Cookies are the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth treat! These buttery, crumbly cookies offer a delightful balance of sweetness and rich flavor, perfect for any occasion. Ideal for pairing with a warm cup of tea or coffee, they’ll bring comfort and joy to your afternoons. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up these irresistible cookies that will have everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until fully combined.
Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, flattening slightly.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges while still soft in the center.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or lemon zest into the dough. Chill the dough for at least one hour before baking to enhance texture.