Irish Shortbread Cookies
Delight in the buttery simplicity of Irish Shortbread Cookies, a timeless treat that captures the essence of traditional baking with just four pantry staples: salted butter, caster sugar, all-purpose flour, and cornstarch. These crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are delicately sweet, with a rich texture perfected by creaming softened butter and sugar to fluffy perfection. Finished with a fork-patterned surface and baked to a light golden hue, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether paired with a cup of tea or enjoyed as a stand-alone indulgence, these cookies are ideal for festive gatherings or a cozy homemade dessert. With only 15 minutes of prep time, their simplicity makes them a must-try for both novice and seasoned bakers.
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Ingredients
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 226 grams salted butter, softened
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 60 grams cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and caster sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream them together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Sift the all-purpose flour and cornstarch together in a separate bowl to remove any lumps.
Step 4
Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix gently until a soft, slightly crumbly dough forms.
Step 5
Lightly flour a clean work surface and roll out the dough to about 1 cm (1/2 inch) thick using a rolling pin.
Step 6
Cut the dough into desired shapes using cookie cutters or a knife. Transfer the cut cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small amount of space between them.
Step 7
Optional: Use a fork to gently prick patterns onto the surface of each cookie.
Step 8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden brown.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 626 grams (626.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3136 |
| Total Fat 188.00g | 241% |
| Saturated Fat 118.20g | 591% |
| Cholesterol 500mg | 167% |
| Sodium 1462mg | 64% |
| Total Carbohydrate 337.90g | 123% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.10g | 25% |
| Total Sugars 100.50g | |
| Protein 26.60g | 53% |
| Vitamin D 145IU | 727% |
| Calcium 83mg | 6% |
| Iron 12mg | 64% |
| Potassium 310mg | 7% |
Source of Calories