3 Ingredient Shortbread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups of all-purpose flour (at least 11% protein).
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1/2 cup caster sugar or powdered sugar.
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1 cup of softened salted butter.
# Instructions:
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Let the cookies bake in the oven at 325°F for around 10-12 minutes until the edges turn slightly golden. Allow them to fully cool before enjoying.
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Roll your chilled dough to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness, then use cutters to get your desired shapes. While the oven warms up, place the shapes in the fridge.
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Shape the dough into a ball, cover it in plastic wrap, and let it chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
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Mix the butter and sugar for about 1-2 minutes until fluffy and light. Slowly add the flour and mix on low until it all combines into a dough.
# Notes:
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For the best taste, opt for high-quality butter.
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Store at room temperature for up to one week, or in the fridge for 10 days.
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Can be frozen and saved for up to a month.
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If the mixture feels dry, just add a little extra butter.