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

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

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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