Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies, a timeless treat that perfectly combines rich buttery flavor with the fragrant essence of real vanilla beans. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting an afternoon tea, celebrating a festive gathering, or simply craving a sweet snack. Their elegant appearance and irresistible taste make them a favorite among cookie enthusiasts. Plus, they can easily be prepared in advance and stored for later enjoyment, making them perfect for gifting or sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 Tbsp pure vanilla extract
- Seeds from 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and confectioner’s sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the pure vanilla extract and vanilla bean seeds.
- Gradually blend in the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about one hour.
- Roll out one disk to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes.
- Place cutouts onto parchment-lined baking sheets and refrigerate before baking.
- Bake for approximately 13 minutes until firm but not browned. Cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg