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Classic Shortbread Recipe

Course Dessert, Snack
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Servings 24

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter At room temperature
  • ½ cup Powdered (Confectioners) Sugar
  • 1½ cups All Purpose Flour
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together all purpose flour and corn starch. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream butter for 1 minute.
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually pour in powdered sugar and mix 1 more minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add in vanilla. Mix until combined.
  • Scrape down the sides and bottom of the mixing bowl.
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually pour in dry ingredients. Scrape down the sides once all has been added.
  • Mix on medium speed until well combined about 2 minutes
  • Use a tablespoon to scoop batter and drop onto cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 9-12 minutes until slightly golden on the outer edges.
  • Allow to cool for 5 minutes on cookie sheet before transfering to cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Store in an airtight container. Will remain fresh for 1 week.
  • Can store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.