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Classic Shortbread Cookies
Buttery goodness in these easy to make cookies everyone loves.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cookies, shortbread
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
Total Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 40
- 4 sticks butter (2 cups) room temperature
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour - scooped not spooned & leveled
Preheat oven to 325 degrees
Line baking sheets with parchment paper & set aside.
Place all the ingredients in a large bowl & mix until completely combined
Roll out onto a lightly floured surface
Cut shapes using your favorite cookie cutters - or go classic with the round.
Transfer to prepared baking sheets.
Poke with a fork to prevent cookies from losing their shape
Bake 20 minutes or until light, golden brown
Transfer to a wire rack to cool