Description
Delight in the festive spirit with these buttery Christmas Cut-Out Shortbread Cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings and cheerful decoration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 egg yolks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolks one at a time along with vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and powdered sugar. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to about ¼ inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut festive shapes.
- Place cut-out cookies on prepared baking sheets about an inch apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - Chilling the dough for about 30 minutes can help maintain cookie shape during baking. - Experiment with almond extract instead of vanilla for a unique flavor twist. - Decorate with icing or sprinkles for a festive touch!