Shortbread Cookies with Powdered Sugar
Posted by Jean Summers
Butter, Salt, All-Purpose Flour, Powdered Sugar
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Shortbread Cookies with Powdered Sugar Recipe
These buttery shortbread cookies are simple to prepare and ideal for any occasion. The powdered sugar gives them a delicate sweetness that goes well with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and powdered sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Mix in the flour mixture gradually with the butter mixture.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Using cookie cutters, cut the dough into desired shapes and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Before serving, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
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