How to Make Melt-in-Your-Mouth Shortbread - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shortbread has been a classic and beloved dessert for centuries, and for good reason. With its melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich, buttery flavor, it's no wonder that this simple treat has remained a favorite among bakers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this melt-in-your-mouth shortbread recipe is sure to become a go-to for all your sweet cravings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add flour, confectioners' sugar, and cornstarch; beat on low for 1 minute, then high for 3 to 4 minutes. Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    111 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 55mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 11mg