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~ christmas shortbread cookies ~

(6 ratings)
Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

A very easy, yet delicious cookie! My kids love helping me decorate them! Enjoy!

(6 ratings)
yield 30 - 40
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For ~ christmas shortbread cookies ~

  • 1 c
    softened butter
  • 1/2 c
    each - confectioners sugar & corn starch
  • Pinch
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    quality vanilla extract or almond
  • 1 1/2 c
    flour

How To Make ~ christmas shortbread cookies ~

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degree F. In a medium bowl, beat together butter and confectioners' sugar, next add the salt vanilla and cornstarch, just until combined. Lastly beat in flour, just until combined. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Roll one inch balls and place 1/2 inch apart on sheet pan. Lightly press cookies with tines of a fork and decorate with your favorite colored sugars or desired sprinkles. Bake for 12 minutes. Remove from pan to cooling racks and continue until all dough is baked.
  • 2
    The recipe can easily be doubled for more melt in your mouth delights!
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