Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Christmas Shortbread Bites, where buttery goodness meets delightful notes of vanilla and almond. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, transforming simple ingredients into irresistible treats. With a foolproof recipe that guarantees success every time, you’ll impress your family and friends while creating beautiful memories in the kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla and almond extracts until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet; flatten slightly with your fingers.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg