short bread cookies - not tried yet

 

INGREDIENTS

  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter unsalted butter, at room temperature 142g
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 180g
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt optional
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter and vanilla extract until creamed.

  • Add confectioners sugar and salt; mix until combined.

  • Scrape bowl down and add flour while beating on low. Scrape bowl once more and mix until combined.

  • Shape the dough into a rectangular prism, wrap in plastic and chill until firm. At least an hour.

  • Preheat oven to 350F (177C). Use a sharp knife to cut 1/2 inch thick slices

  • Place slices, spaced at least an inch apart onto a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

  • Use a fork or skewer to indent a pattern onto the top.

  • Bake for about 10 minutes, rotating baking sheet in the oven halfway through.

  • Transfer to a wire sheet to cool.