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3-Ingredient Shortbread Cookies (Quick Holiday Cookies)

3-Ingredient Shortbread Cookies: Beloved Holiday Treat


  • Author: Lina Kohn
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 16-20 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Create delightful 3-ingredient shortbread cookies, perfect for quick holiday baking. This simple recipe yields buttery, crumbly cookies ideal for sharing.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (65g) powdered sugar
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined, forming a soft dough.
  4. Press the dough into a 9-inch round pan or an 8×8 inch square pan, smoothing the top.
  5. Score the dough into wedges or squares with a knife.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let cool in the pan before cutting into wedges or squares.

Notes

  • Ensure your butter is truly softened for easy creaming.
  • Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added.
  • Cool completely before handling to prevent crumbling.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg