GG's Shortbread Cookies

GG's Shortbread Cookies
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    48 People
  • VIEWS
    21

These delightful shortbread cookies, reminiscent of cherished family traditions, are an exquisite treat. Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth, and perfectly crisp, each bite is a symphony of simple yet elegant flavors. Coated in sugar for a touch of sweetness, they are utterly irresistible.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    24 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    56 mg
  • Sugar
    9 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, and confectioners' sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Gradually mix in the cornstarch and 2 cups of all-purpose flour until well combined. (3 minutes)

04

Step

Create a well in the center of the dough. Add the egg and mix thoroughly until incorporated. (2 minutes)

05

Step

Using your hands, knead in the remaining 1 cup of flour until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls. (10 minutes)

07

Step

Pour the 1/4 cup of granulated sugar into a small bowl. Dip the top of each dough ball into the sugar, coating it evenly. (5 minutes)

08

Step

Arrange the sugar-coated balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. (2 minutes)

09

Step

Gently flatten each ball using the bottom of a drinking glass or measuring cup. (3 minutes)

10

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown, about 10-12 minutes. (10-12 minutes)

11

Step

Allow the cookies to cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (5 minutes)

For an even richer flavor, use European-style butter with a higher fat content.
Ensure the butter is properly softened but not melted for the best cookie texture.
Do not overbake the cookies, as they will continue to firm up as they cool.
Store the cooled shortbread cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Delores Dickens

    These cookies are so easy to make and taste amazing! My family devoured them in one sitting.

  • Triston Greenfelder

    The perfect balance of sweetness and buttery flavor. This recipe is a keeper!

  • Shannon Lesch

    I added a touch of vanilla extract to the dough, and it made them even more delicious!

  • Bulah Miller

    I've been searching for the perfect shortbread recipe, and this is it! Thank you for sharing.

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