Description
Easter Shortbread Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate the holiday with their rich buttery flavor and charming decorations. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these melt-in-your-mouth treats that are perfect for family gatherings or fun baking sessions with kids. Customize them with colorful icing or sprinkles for a festive touch that everyone will adore!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined into a soft dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Allow cooling on a wire rack before decorating with icing or sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg