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Irish Butter Shortbread Cookies

Irresistibly Buttery Irish Butter Shortbread Cookies Recipe

These Irish Butter Shortbread Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy, perfect for tea time and novice bakers alike.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Irish Butter Softened, high-quality
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measured accurately
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Use fine salt
Optional Variations
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For added flavor
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Optional for a twist
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans, finely chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • wire rack
  • plastic wrap
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Cookie Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the softened Irish butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and salt until fully incorporated.
  4. Shape the dough into a log or press into an 8x8 inch pan. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Slice the log into ¼-inch thick rounds or cut the pressed dough into squares.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use quality Irish butter for the best flavor. Chill the dough to maintain its shape. Watch the baking time closely.

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