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Easter Shortbread Cookies

Buttery Easter Shortbread Cookies for Your Spring Celebration

These Easter Shortbread Cookies feature a rich buttery flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them a must-bake treat for spring celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Arrowroot can be used if needed
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be used but may change texture
  • 3/4 cup Butter Unsalted butter preferred or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Decoration
  • 1/4 cup Sanding Sugar Optional but enhances presentation

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and powdered sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, place them on the baking trays, and press down with a floured fork.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the edges are very lightly browned.
  6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for one minute, then transfer them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature butter for a smooth dough. Chill dough for better shape retention during baking. Optional flavor additions include vanilla or almond extract.

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