Hey there, I’m Austin from Beyond The Bayou Blog, your friendly food enthusiast! Today, I whipped up a batch of classic Shortbread Cookies that never fail to bring a smile to my face. There’s something about the simplicity of butter, sugar, and flour coming together to create these delicate treats that just warms my heart.
As I was rolling out the dough, memories of a trip to Scotland flooded my mind. I had the opportunity to taste authentic Scottish shortbread made by a local baker in a quaint village. The buttery goodness and crumbly texture were simply unforgettable.
That experience inspired me to perfect my own shortbread recipe, and I’m excited to share it with you today. Let’s bake and savor a little taste of Scotland together! Looking for more cookie recipes? Try these No Bake Cookies or Almond Cookies.
Shortbread Cookie Recipe
Equipment
- Stand mixer with paddle attachment
- Baking sheet
- Silicone mat or parchment paper
- Sharp Knife
- Fork or skewer
- Wire rack for cooling
Ingredients
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter unsalted butter at room temperature 142g
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1,1/2 cups all-purpose flour 180g
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt optional
Instructions
- Cream butter and vanilla extract until smooth in a stand mixer.
- Add confectioners’ sugar and salt, mix until combined.
- Gradually add flour while beating on low until dough forms.
- Shape dough into a rectangular prism, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least an hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and slice dough into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Place slices on a lined baking sheet, space apart, and indent with a fork or skewer.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through baking.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Variations You Will Love Trying!
- Extract: Instead of vanilla, try almond, lemon, or lavender extract for unique flavors.
- Chocolate: Mix in mini chocolate chips, dip cookies in melted chocolate, or create sandwich cookies with Nutella filling.
- Jam: Dip cookies in various jams for a delightful twist. Create a jam-dipping bar for fun.
- Zest: Add lime, lemon, or orange zest for a citrusy kick.
- Nuts: Incorporate chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Sprinkles: Roll dough in Christmas sprinkles before baking for a festive touch. After baking, frost and dip in sprinkles for extra flair. Great for kids!
What to Serve with Shortbread Cookie?
