Cream Cheese Shortbread

Shortbread is believed to have originated in Scotland in the 12th century and was traditionally made with only three ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Cream Cheese Shortbread

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, British Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Cream Cheese
• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese, butter, and sugar until smooth.
2. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
7. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch (6 cm) thickness.
8. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
9. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
10. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
12. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 8g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.