Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Orange Shortbread Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the orange zest and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, stirring gently until a dough forms without overmixing.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, flattening each ball slightly.
- Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the centers soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the cooled cookies with extra powdered sugar for a lovely finish before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, use room temperature butter and do not overbake the cookies. Experiment with different citrus zests for variations.
