Heart Shaped Espresso Shortbread Cookies
Shortbread cookies originated in Scotland and are traditionally made with three basic ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.
Heart Shaped Espresso Shortbread Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and instant espresso powder.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Use heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 170kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 1.5g3%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
