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Melt In Your Mouth Shortbread

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 30min
  • Yield: 20cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Melt In Your Mouth Shortbread cookies are the perfect balance of buttery richness and delicate texture. With just a few simple ingredients, these cookies come together quickly, offering a light, crumbly bite that practically melts in your mouth. Ideal with a cup of tea or coffee, they’re perfect for any occasion. Once you try them, you’ll understand why these shortbread cookies are a timeless favorite!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt (optional, depending on whether your butter is salted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the cornstarch and all-purpose flour to the butter-sugar mixture. If using vanilla extract, add it here. Mix until the dough forms and is smooth. If the dough feels too soft, add a little extra flour.
  4. Shape the Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Optionally, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and use cookie cutters to shape.
  5. Flatten the Cookies: Flatten each ball with the back of a fork or the bottom of a glass, or gently press them with your fingers to form a simple round shape.
  6. Bake the Cookies: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn golden brown. Be careful not to overbake, as they should stay pale.
  7. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Serve: Once cooled, enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies with tea or coffee. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

Notes

  • Add lemon zest, almond extract, or cinnamon to the dough for additional flavor.
  • For a fun variation, dip the cooled cookies in melted chocolate.
  • Make mini shortbread by rolling out smaller portions of dough for bite-sized trea
  • Prep Time: 10min
  • Cook Time: 20min
  • Category: Dessert, Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, British

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/melt-in-your-mouth-shortbread/