Sweet Starfish Shortbread Cookies
Shortbread cookies originated in Scotland and are traditionally made with three simple 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: 6.
Sweet Starfish Shortbread Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix well.
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Gradually add the flour to the mixture and mix until it forms a dough.
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Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it 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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Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
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Use a starfish-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies from the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cookies are completely cooled, dust them with powdered sugar.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
- 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.
