BASIC SHORTBREAD COOKIES

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Light and flakey,this recipe is a cookie baking staple around my house, with it's minimal ingredients and tasty results. I use it for cut-out Christmas cookies in the winter, and add orange or lemon zest for a cool summer alternative.

Provided by Wildflower5656

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter
2 cups flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients until dough comes together (will seem very crumbly at first).
  • Roll out and cut into shapes.
  • Bake on a greased pan at 350° until edges are lightly browned (watch carefully, as these cook VERY FAST).
  • Frost if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.5, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 52.6, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 0.8

S Jones
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall they were good.


alarm cage
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out great. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Monika Grzywacz
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These cookies were amazing! I loved the buttery flavor and the slight crunch.


Olamide Nelson
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I thought these cookies were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Michael Samuel
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These cookies were easy to make and tasted great! I would definitely recommend them to others.


Maryam Benjouad
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cookies turned out perfectly. They were delicious and I will definitely be making them again.


Allan miguel
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These cookies were a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Mohammed Kuddus
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out great. They're so simple to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Grey via
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These cookies were so delicious! The texture was perfect and the flavor was amazing.


Rakibul Ayesha
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These shortbread cookies were a hit! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. I loved the buttery flavor and the slight crunch. I will definitely be making these again soon.


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