Description
Easter Shortbread Cookies are the perfect springtime treat, combining a melt-in-your-mouth buttery texture with delightful vanilla flavor. These charming cookies not only elevate any Easter celebration but also provide endless opportunities for family fun. Decorated with colorful icing and festive shapes, they are sure to steal the spotlight at your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour while mixing until combined into a soft dough.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to ¼ inch thickness; use cookie cutters for fun Easter shapes.
- Place cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow cooling on wire racks before decorating with an icing made from powdered sugar mixed with milk or water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Ensure proper chilling time for well-shaped cookies. Experiment with different extracts like almond or lemon for added flavor. Add colorful sprinkles or chocolate chips for extra festivity.