BASIC SHORTBREAD COOKIES

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Light and flakey,this recipe is a cookie baking staple around my house, with it's minimal ingredients and tasty results. I use it for cut-out Christmas cookies in the winter, and add orange or lemon zest for a cool summer alternative.

Provided by Wildflower5656

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter
2 cups flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients until dough comes together (will seem very crumbly at first).
  • Roll out and cut into shapes.
  • Bake on a greased pan at 350° until edges are lightly browned (watch carefully, as these cook VERY FAST).
  • Frost if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.5, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 52.6, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 0.8

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