Shortbread Ornament Cookies Recipe

Name: Shortbread Ornament Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed; 2 tablespoons cold water; 1/2 teaspoon rum extract; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons 2% milk; Food coloring of your choice, optional; Colored edible glitter and nonpareils

Servings: persons

3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed
2 tablespoons cold water
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons 2% milk
Food coloring of your choice, optional
Colored edible glitter and nonpareils

1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water and extracts until mixture forms a ball.
2
On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with floured cookie cutters. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased
3
. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4
Bake at 325u00b0 for 15-18 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
5
For icing, in a large bowl, whisk the confectioners' sugar and milk. Divide into small bowls; tint with food coloring if desired. Gently spread over cookies. Decorate as desired.

1047

kcal

Calories

Fat

207

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed, and more.

Yes, Shortbread Ornament 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.

Shortbread Ornament Cookies

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