Classic Shortbread Cookies Recipe | Easy Buttery Homemade Cookies
Shortbread Cookies are classic buttery cookies with a delicate, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. Made with just a few simple ingredients—butter, sugar, and flour—these traditional Scottish cookies are perfect for holidays, afternoon tea, gift boxes, or everyday treats. Crisp around the edges and tender in the center, homemade shortbread cookies are easy to make and can be enjoyed plain or decorated with chocolate, sprinkles, or powdered sugar.
Cooking Method
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add the flour, cornstarch, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking tray.
- Chill the cookies for 10–15 minutes.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Decorate with chocolate or powdered sugar if desired, and serve.
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