Description
Delicious Christmas shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar.
- Add the vanilla and almond extracts, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- These cookies can be decorated with icing or sprinkles.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas Shortbread Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Festive Treats