Description
Easy 3-Ingredient Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that combines simplicity with mouthwatering flavor. With just three pantry staples—unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar—these cookies come together effortlessly, creating a buttery bliss that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to solo snack sessions, these irresistible cookies will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the sifted all-purpose flour until combined; the dough may be crumbly at first.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Allow cookies to cool before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg