Sugar Plum Shortbread Cookies
Sugar Plum Shortbread Cookies are the perfect festive treat that captures the essence of holiday cheer. With a rich buttery flavor and a delightful hint of sugar plums, these cookies melt in your mouth, evoking warm memories of family gatherings. Whether you’re sharing them with loved ones or enjoying them by the fire, these cookies are sure to become a cherished tradition in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp sugar plum extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the sugar plum extract and salt, mixing well to combine.
- Gradually add in the all-purpose flour until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough, roll into balls, and place on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on baking sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg