Scottish Shortbread Cookies with Butter and Sugar
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of classic Scottish Shortbread Cookies with Butter and Sugar a timeless treat that melts in your mouth with every bite. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these delicate cookies are perfectly crisp, lightly sweet, and full of authentic flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugar : In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients : Gradually mix in flour and salt until dough forms. Add vanilla if desired.
- Step 3: Shape and Cut Dough : Roll out dough to ½-inch thickness and cut into rectangles or rounds. Place on a lined baking sheet and sprinkle sugar on top.
- Step 4: Bake : Bake at 325°F for 20–25 minutes until edges are slightly golden.
- Step 5: Cool and Serve : Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.