Description
These Mouth Shortbread Cookies are classic Scottish treats known for their rich, buttery flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with simple ingredients like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla, these cookies are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy. This creates a light texture important for the shortbread.
- Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the dough with a subtle aromatic flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet, then gently flatten each with a fork or the bottom of a glass for traditional shortbread shape.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are barely golden while the tops stay pale. This ensures the delicate texture is preserved.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Sift the flour before adding to achieve an extra melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Try variations by adding lemon zest or almond extract for different flavors.
- Dip cooled cookies in melted chocolate for an indulgent twist.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
