Shortbread Sugar Cookies

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Shortbread Sugar Cookies
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Shortbread Sugar Cookies Recipe

These Shortbread Sugar Cookies are buttery, crumbly, and just the right amount of sweet. They are simple to make and a classic cookie recipe that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

Time Needed

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  • (175 degrees C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  • Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture gradually, mixing until just combined.
  • Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4-inch and cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters.
  • Place the cookies on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.
  • Preheat the oven to 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  • Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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