Basic Shortbread

Basic Shortbread

Idea gallery #2284
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon desired flavoring
  • 2 cups flour
Preheat oven to 350ºF degrees. In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Mix in desired flavoring. Mix in flour until dough comes together. Roll dough into 1 1/2 inch balls, and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes in preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Let cool 1 minute on the cookie sheet.