Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Grapefruit Shortbread Cookies, where bright citrus notes meet buttery goodness. These cookies are incredibly easy to make and melt in your mouth with each bite. Their refreshing grapefruit twist sets them apart from traditional shortbread, making them an impressive treat for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or an afternoon tea. With a minimal ingredient list and simple instructions, even beginner bakers can create these zesty delights in no time. Enjoy them on their own or dress them up with creative pairings like a citrus glaze or whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons grapefruit zest (about 2 grapefruits)
- 3 tablespoons grapefruit juice
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Beat together butter, sugar, and grapefruit zest until creamy.
- Gradually mix in flour; form into a ball, adding milk if needed.
- Chill dough for 1 hour wrapped in plastic.
- Roll out to 1/2 inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes; cookies should remain pale.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg