Shortbread Cookies
Buttery, crumbly, and melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies made with just three ingredients. Perfect for tea time or a simple dessert.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 24
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
3 items — tap to check off
Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.
Open the appInstructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, beat the 1 cup softened butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Step 3
Gradually add the 2 cups flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Step 4
Roll dough on a floured surface to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
Step 5
Place cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared sheet. Bake until edges are lightly golden, 12-15 minutes.
Step 6
Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tools you’ll need
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
- Wire rack
Cook smarter
Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge
Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.
