Spring Flower Shortbread Cookies
Delightful shortbread cookies with a buttery, crumbly texture, perfect for spring festivities.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Colorful icing or edible flowers for decoration
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the flour to create a soft dough.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
- Cut out flower shapes and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until slightly golden on the edges.
- Let them cool completely before decorating.
- Decorate with icing or sprinkles as desired.
Notes
Ensure the butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming. Don’t overmix the dough after adding flour.
Find it online: https://tasty.pedrorecipes.com/spring-flower-shortbread-cookies/