Honey Butter Shortbread Delight

Tender, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies with a sweet touch of honey and rich buttery flavor perfect for teatime or as a delightful homemade gift.

I remember baking these cookies for my family’s holiday gathering and how quickly they disappeared from the cookie jar.

Ingredients

• Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
• Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened, 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

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Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt set aside.

Step 3:

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter powdered sugar honey and vanilla extract until light and fluffy (about 2 3 minutes).

Step 4:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5:

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it together then roll it out to about 1/2 inch (1 25 cm) thickness.

Step 6:

Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters and place cookies 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7:

Optional Chill the cut cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to help retain their shape during baking.

Step 8:

Bake for 13 15 minutes or until the edges are just starting to turn golden.

Step 9:

Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Crisp vegetables, roast meats, bake snacks, and reheat leftovers quickly for easy, flavorful home cooking.

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Crisp vegetables, roast meats, bake snacks, and reheat leftovers quickly for easy, flavorful home cooking.

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Baking these cookies became a treasured family tradition and always brings us together around the kitchen.

Required Tools

Mixing bowls Electric mixer or stand mixer Rolling pin Cookie cutters Baking sheets Parchment paper Wire rack

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (gluten) dairy (butter) Check vanilla extract and powdered sugar for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories 120 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 14 g Protein 1 g per cookie

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These honey butter shortbread cookies are a simple yet delightful treat sure to impress any guest at your next tea party.

Recipe FAQs

→ How do I achieve tender shortbread texture?

Use softened butter and avoid overmixing the dough to keep it tender and crumbly after baking.

→ Can I substitute any ingredients for a different flavor?

Replacing half the flour with whole wheat adds nuttiness, while drizzling with honey or melted chocolate offers extra flavor variations.

→ What is the best way to prevent cookies from spreading too much?

Chilling the cut dough on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before baking helps maintain the shape during baking.

→ How can I make the edges crisper?

Bake the cookies 1–2 minutes longer until golden edges appear for a crispier finish.

→ Are there any allergen considerations?

The cookies contain wheat and dairy, so check the vanilla and powdered sugar for any additional allergens.