Melt-in-Your-Mouth, Buttery & Perfectly Crumbly!
These Butter Shortbread Cookies are the epitome of simplicity and elegance—just 3 basic ingredients, a delicate crumb, and rich, buttery flavor. Perfect with tea, as holiday gifts, or whenever you crave a luxuriously tender cookie that practically dissolves on your tongue.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🧈 3-Ingredient Magic – Butter, sugar, flour—that’s it!
🍪 Unbeatable Texture – Crisp yet tender, with a sandy melt-in-your-mouth feel.
⏳ Quick & Easy – No chilling, no eggs, no fuss.
🎁 Gift-Worthy – Beautifully rustic or customizable with dips/drizzles.
Ingredients
(Makes ~24 cookies)
1 cup (2 sticks / 225g) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar (or granulated for a slightly crunchier texture)
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavor)
Optional add-ins:
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Zest of 1 lemon or orange
Step-by-Step Instructions
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