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Shortbread Sugar Cookie Bites

Shortbread Sugar Cookie Bites: Festive Joy in Every Bite

Shortbread Sugar Cookie Bites are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
For Decorating
  • 2 tablespoons holiday nonpareils optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add in pure vanilla extract and almond extract. Stir well until fully incorporated.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour and kosher salt to the mixture. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in holiday nonpareils to the dough.
  5. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Transfer the dough, pressing it down evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  7. Once chilled, cut the dough into ½ - 1-inch squares and roll each in additional holiday nonpareils. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 13-16 minutes or until edges are golden. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet.
  9. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Use high-quality unsalted butter for the best flavor. Allow the dough to chill for perfect texture. Watch baking time closely for the best results.

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