New and Improved Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients:

1. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2. 1/2 cup powdered sugar
3. 2 cups all-purpose flour
4. 1/4 teaspoon salt
5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugar

• In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 2: Incorporate Dry Ingredients

• Sift in all-purpose flour and salt. Mix until just combined.

Step 3: Add Vanilla Extract

• Stir in vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 4: Shape the Cookies

• Divide the dough into portions and shape into rounds or desired cookie shapes.

Step 5: Chill the Dough

• Place the shaped cookies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 6: Preheat Oven

• Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7: Bake

• Arrange the chilled cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 8: Cool and Enjoy

• Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9: Savor the Upgrade

• Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these New and Improved Shortbread Cookies. Whether shared with friends or savored in solitude, these cookies are a testament to the delightful evolution of a timeless classic.