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Sugar Plum Shortbread Cookies


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5 from 47 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies that capture the essence of the holiday season with buttery flavor and sweet sugar plums.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped sugar plums
  • Granulated sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing just until combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped sugar plums gently.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls.
  7. Roll each ball in granulated sugar before placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Flatten each cookie slightly and bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool the cookies on a wire rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Freezing options available.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg