Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread Cookies

These are the most delicious cookes! I’ve made them as favors for Malissa’s and my sister’s weddings. They are so simple to make, yet so tasty!

2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Mix butter and sugar; whip on high for 2-3 minutes till fluffy. Add vanilla; mix. Slowly add flour and salt; mix on low till soft dough forms. Shape into ball and pat into a greased 10" springform pan or a 9x9" square baking pan. Prick holes in flattened dough with fork and sprinkle with a couple teaspoons of sugar. Shake off excess sugar.

Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until golden but not brown. Cut into wedges or squares in the pan while still hot, then let cool. Once completely cooled remove cookies from pan.