“25 Irresistible Mini Shortbread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth”
Mini shortbread cookies are buttery, crumbly, and perfect for any occasion. They are simple to make and require just a few basic ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter: softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest to the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg