Homemade Flower Shaped Shortbread Cookies
Shortbread cookies originated in Scotland and are traditionally made with just three ingredients: butter, sugar, and flour.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.
Homemade Flower Shaped Shortbread Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add vanilla extract and mix well.
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Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix until the dough comes together.
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Divide the dough into two equal portions. Add food coloring to one portion if desired and mix until well combined.
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Wrap both portions of dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Take a small portion of each dough and roll them into small balls.
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Place the balls next to each other in a flower shape on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 12 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.
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Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy your homemade flower shaped shortbread cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g14%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
