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Classic Church Shortbread Cookies

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Warm, buttery, and elegantly simple shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 36 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Scottish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  4. Whisk together the flour, salt, and cornstarch in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  6. Roll the dough into balls about 1 tablespoon each.
  7. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  8. Gently flatten each cookie with the bottom of a glass or fork.
  9. Sprinkle a small pinch of granulated sugar over each cookie.
  10. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

Notes

Use room temperature butter and avoid overmixing after adding flour. These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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