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Citrus Shortbread Cookies

Delight in Citrus Shortbread Cookies: A Zesty Treat for All

Experience the zesty flavor of these Citrus Shortbread Cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt omit if using salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest adjust according to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Citrus Shortbread Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla extract, orange zest, and lemon zest to the mixture and mix on low until well combined.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt. Blend until a soft dough forms.
  5. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, flatten each ball, and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Watch closely to avoid overbaking.
  7. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with lime zest or chopped nuts for a unique twist.

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