Ultimate Melt-in-Your-Mouth Shortbread Cookies
Indulge in these delightful Ultimate Melt-in-Your-Mouth Shortbread Cookies that are made with just three staple ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies offer a buttery, tender crumb with a subtle sweetness that literally melts in your mouth. Whether you're serving them at a family gathering or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon treat, they are sure to become a beloved favorite. The simplicity of this recipe makes it easy enough for beginners while impressing seasoned bakers with its delicious results. Feel free to customize them with a touch of festive toppings or enjoy them plain—either way, they’re a guaranteed hit!
30
Servings
80
Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1 cup (softened, at room temperature)
All-purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
Icing Sugar
1/2 cup (sifted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine the softened butter, sifted flour, and sifted icing sugar.
3
Mix on medium speed for a full 10 minutes. The dough will initially appear dry and crumbly, but after the entire mixing time, it will become smooth and batter-like.
4
Once the dough is ready, use a teaspoon or a piping bag to drop heaping spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
5
For an extra touch, decorate the cookies with maraschino cherries or colorful sprinkles if desired.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the bottoms are very lightly golden brown. Keep an eye on the cookies to ensure the tops remain pale and don't brown.
7
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
7g
Carbs
0.4g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main characteristic of these shortbread cookies?
These cookies offer a buttery, tender crumb with a subtle sweetness that literally melts in your mouth.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires only three staple ingredients: butter, all-purpose flour, and icing sugar.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How should the cookie sheet be prepared?
Line your cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
What is the secret to the dough's consistency?
The secret is mixing the ingredients on medium speed for a full 10 minutes until the dough transitions from dry to smooth.
What should I do if the dough looks crumbly at first?
Keep mixing; the dough will initially appear dry and crumbly but will become smooth and batter-like after the full mixing time.
How do I place the dough onto the cookie sheet?
Use a teaspoon or a piping bag to drop heaping spoonfuls of the mixture onto the sheet.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced?
Space the cookies about an inch apart on the prepared cookie sheet.
Can I decorate these cookies?
Yes, you can decorate them with maraschino cherries or colorful sprinkles before baking if desired.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are done?
They are done when the bottoms are very lightly golden brown while the tops remain pale.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 30 cookies.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for sifted all-purpose flour.
What kind of sugar is used for shortbread?
This recipe uses sifted icing sugar to achieve the melt-in-your-mouth texture.
What should the state of the butter be before mixing?
The butter should be softened and at room temperature.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 80 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 6 grams of fat.
How much protein is in each cookie?
There is approximately 0.4 grams of protein per cookie.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each cookie has 7 grams of carbohydrates.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, the simplicity of the three-ingredient recipe makes it easy enough for beginners to achieve delicious results.
Can I use a stand mixer for this recipe?
Yes, a stand mixer or a regular mixing bowl can be used to combine the ingredients.
What category of cookie does this fall under?
These are classified as Drop Cookies.
What speed should I set my mixer to?
The ingredients should be mixed on medium speed.
Can I leave the cookies plain?
Absolutely, they are delicious plain or customized with festive toppings.
What is the preparation required for the icing sugar?
The icing sugar should be sifted before being added to the mix.
What is the preparation required for the flour?
The all-purpose flour should be sifted before use.
What is the recommended serving occasion?
They are perfect for family gatherings, holiday treats, or a quiet afternoon snack.
Should the tops of the cookies be browned?
No, you should keep an eye on them to ensure the tops remain pale.
What is the measurement for the butter?
The recipe requires 1 cup of softened butter.