Enjoy a delightful teatime experience with these delicious shortbread cookies! This recipe will take around 30 minutes to make and yields about a dozen cookies.
Ingredients
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* 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
* 3/4 cup granulated sugar
* 1 egg
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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### Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
### Step 2: Mix in the flour and salt gradually.
Knead the dough until it comes together into a ball. Divide the dough into two equal parts, wrap each portion in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
### Step 3: Roll out one portion of the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Using cookie cutters, cut out shapes from the rolled-out dough. Place these cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
### Step 4: Repeat with the other portion of the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
### Step 5: Serve and enjoy your delicious teatime shortbread cookies!
These tasty treats are perfect for any tea party or gathering. They can be served plain or decorated with your favorite frostings, sprinkles, or candies. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.