Saturday, December 06, 2014

Easy Shortbread Cookies

Christmas is coming - here is a quick and easy, buttery shortbread cookie recipe. 

Easy Shortbread Cookies
2 cups butter, softened
1 cup granulated (white) sugar
3 1/4 cups all-purpose (plain) flour
1/2 cup cornstarch

Preheat oven to 300F. Grease or line cookie sheets. 
In a large bowl, cream butter until very soft. Cream in the sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the flour and cornstarch until thoroughly combined, dough will be stiff and dry. 
Roll into small balls and place on prepared baking sheet. Press lightly with a fork. 
Bake for about 20-25 minutes until lightly browned. Makes about four dozen cookies. 

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