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Easter Shortbread Cookies

Ultimate Easter Shortbread Cookies: Buttery, Sweet & Giftable

These Easter Shortbread Cookies are buttery, sweet, and perfect for gifting, making them a delightful treat for any spring celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 34 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Very Soft Butter Use unsalted for better control over salt.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness and a tender crumb.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Go for pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be a nutritious alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Substitute with extra flour if needed.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and boosts overall flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the glaze and contributes to its smooth texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Half and Half or Milk Try almond milk for non-dairy options.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie cutters
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Instructions for Easy Easter Shortbread Cookies
  1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the very soft butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  3. Gently stir in the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt until combined.
  4. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  5. Roll out the dough to about ⅜ inch thick and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the cookies for 12-14 minutes.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  8. Combine powdered sugar with half and half or milk in a bowl, whisk until smooth.
  9. Dip the cooled cookies in the glaze and decorate with pastel sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

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