Buttery, tender shortbread made with butter, sugar, and flour for a simple, quick treat.
# Steps:
01 - Set the oven to 325°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
03 - Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
04 - Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently flatten it to approximately 1/2 inch thickness.
05 - Cut the dough into desired shapes with cookie cutters or slice into small rectangles. Position cookies at least 1 inch apart on the prepared sheets.
06 - Bake the cookies for 16 to 18 minutes, until edges are just turning golden. Avoid overbaking.
07 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
