Shortbread is always popular because it melts in the mouth, as long as it’s made right of course! This following recipe is perfect for Christmas. You can theme the shortbread in festive Christmas colors with red and green toppings and make this special sweet snack in any shapes you want.
Of course, it’s not just for the Christmas period. Shortbread is enjoyable any time of the year and pairs with everything from a cup of coffee or tea to a festive cocktail! And you can also bake some shortbread, wrap it in cellophane and tie it with a bow as a cute, thoughtful gift.
The distinctive light, crumbly texture of shortbread is what makes it so popular. Well, that as well as its beautiful taste, of course. And homemade shortbread beats the boxed stuff from the grocery store hands down. So, make your own shortbread and you’re sure to impress yourself when you unleash your inner baking goddess!
Why You’ll Love the Recipe:
Homemade shortbread is so delicious and it’s ideal for a special occasion. You only need a few ingredients to make perfect shortbread cookies.
How to Serve Them
Pair these cookies with your favorite kind of hot tea. They also go with coffee. You could also serve them with a scoop of ice cream or include them on a cheese platter.
Can You Make Them Ahead?
Yes, you can prepare it in advance and cook later if you want.
Variations and Substitutions:
Add some lemon zest, almond extract, vanilla, or lavender to personalize your shortbread and add another flavor.
Ingredients needed:
- Powdered sugar
- Butter
- Cornstarch
- All-purpose flour
How to make Melt-In-Your-Mouth Christmas Shortbread:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Cream the butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy.
Sift the flour with the cornstarch and then blend this into the butter mixture.
Either roll the dough into balls or roll it out and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
Arrange them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet and cook for 20 minutes or until golden at the edges.
Cool the shortbread on the baking sheet for 5 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Homemade shortbread is always a wonderful treat and it’s simple to make as well. Whether you’re making some for a special occasion or simply because you love it, this recipe is ideal.
Storage Instructions:
Shortbread will keep for up to a week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can freeze it for up to 3 months.
Melt-In-Your-Mouth Christmas Shortbread
Homemade shortbread is always a wonderful treat and it’s simple to make as well. Whether you’re making some for a special occasion or simply because you love it, this recipe is ideal.
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Ingredients
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup butter, at room temperature
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cream the butter and powdered sugar together until fluffy.
- Sift the flour with the cornstarch and then blend this into the butter mixture.
- Either roll the dough into balls or roll it out and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
- Arrange them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet and cook for 20 minutes or until golden at the edges.
- Cool the shortbread on the baking sheet for 5 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Marie Rayner is a retired Chef, freelance writer, recipe developer, food blogger, and Cookbook author. She makes her home in Chester, UK, where she lives with her husband, Todd, and their much beloved English Cocker, Mitzie. Her motto is “Life is far too short to eat bad food,” and her goal is to share delicious and easy recipes which anyone can enjoy and cook in the comfort of their own home.
