Star-Shaped Shortcake Cookies
Star-Shaped Shortcake Cookies are whimsical, buttery delights that evoke joyful memories and add charm to any occasion. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a hint of sweetness, these cookies are perfect for birthday celebrations, family gatherings, or simply enjoying with tea on a cozy afternoon. Easy to make and customizable with icing or sprinkles, they are sure to bring smiles and nostalgia to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Roll out chilled dough to 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg