Recipe
Basic Butter Cookies (Shortbread Style)
25 min525 kcal10 min prepMakes 4 servings7 stepsIntermediateQuick mealsdairy, gluten
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Ingredients
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4 servings
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
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- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3
Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
- 4
Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 15 minutes.
- 5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter or a knife.
- 6
Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 7
Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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