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Easy Shortbread Cookies Recipe For Kids

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Description

Shortbread cookies are a classic treat that everyone loves, and they're especially fun to make with kids! This easy recipe uses just a few simple ingredients and can be customized with different shapes and decorations. Plus, the buttery, crumbly texture is irresistible!

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is about 15 minutes.

Cook Time

Baking time for these shortbread cookies is about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the flour and salt, and mix until just combined. Add the vanilla extract, if using, and mix again.
  4. Form the dough into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
  6. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. Decorate the cookies with frosting, sprinkles, or other decorations as desired.
  10. Enjoy your delicious homemade shortbread cookies!

Notes

Shortbread cookies are quite delicate, so be sure to handle them gently when transferring them to the baking sheet and cooling rack. If the dough is too soft to work with, chill it in the refrigerator for a few more minutes.

Nutrition Info

These shortbread cookies are a treat, so they're not exactly health food! However, each cookie contains about 120 calories, 8 grams of fat, 11 grams of carbohydrates, and 1 gram of protein.

Recipes FAQ

Can I make this recipe with salted butter?

You can use salted butter, but be sure to omit the salt called for in the recipe.

Can I freeze the dough?

Yes, the dough can be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and frozen for later use. Just let it thaw in the refrigerator before using.

Can I use this recipe for a cookie press?

No, this recipe is not suitable for a cookie press as the dough is too soft.

Recipe Tips

  • For extra flavor, try adding lemon zest, orange zest, or almond extract to the dough.
  • If you don't have cookie cutters, you can use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into squares or rectangles.
  • For a fun activity, let kids decorate the cookies with different colors of frosting and sprinkles!

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