Turkish Shortbread Cookies
Turkish Shortbread Cookies are a heavenly treat that effortlessly melt in your mouth. With their rich buttery flavor and delicate crumb, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy tea time. Simple to make and easily customizable, they promise to delight everyone at your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten them.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 34mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg