Description
Delight in the rich, buttery goodness of Irish Shortbread Cookies, a timeless treat that adds a touch of elegance to any occasion. These cookies boast a crumbly texture and melt-in-your-mouth flavor, making them an irresistible addition to your dessert table. Perfect for tea time, holiday gatherings, or simply as a sweet snack at home, these cookies are incredibly simple to make with just a few pantry staples. With their classic appeal and versatile nature, they also make thoughtful homemade gifts for friends and family. Whether served alongside fresh berries or enjoyed solo with a cup of tea, these Irish Shortbread Cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups softened butter
- 3/4 cup superfine sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In an electric stand mixer, beat together softened butter and superfine sugar until light and fluffy (about 10 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt; gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and sprinkle with additional sugar.
- Bake for approximately one hour or until lightly golden brown.
- Allow cooling slightly before scoring into cookie shapes with a paring knife. Poke holes in each piece with a fork.
- Let cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 28mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg