Frosted Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Frosted Shortbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 egg; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 ounces cream cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon milk; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1/2 teaspoon extract (any flavor); food coloring

Servings: persons

1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon milk
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon extract (any flavor)
food coloring

1
Cream butter, suagar, vanilla. Add egg and beat well.
2
Stir in sifted dry ingredients. Stir well and form into disk.
3
Chill for at least 1 hour.
4
Roll out dough 1/4 to 1/2 inches thick and cut out in favorite shapes.
5
Place on parchment paper lined baking sheet.
6
Bake for 8 - 10 minutes at 375 degrees.
7
Transfer on rack until cool.
8
Combine cream chees, butter, powdered sugar, milk and extract and mix well until very smooth. Adjust to desired consistency with additional milk or powdered sugar. Tint to desired shades. Store in tighly covered containers.

1313

kcal

Calories

Fat

173

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Frosted Shortbread Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Frosted Shortbread Cookies

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