Scottish Shortbread

Submitted by Nita A.

"A favorite cookie from Scotland that will melt in your mouth!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 4
• Serves: 10-12

ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1⁄2 cup powdered sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 1⁄4 cups flour

directions

1. Beat together butter, sugar and vanilla until well blended. Add flour, 1 cup at a time to butter mixture.
2. On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4 - 1/2 inch thick. With a sharp knife, cut dough into 2 inch squares or cut into rounds with a cookie cutter.
3. Place on ungreased baking sheet and prick top of cookies with a fork. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes at 325 degrees until bottoms are golden brown and top is light in color.
4. Cool on wire reacks. Store in airtight containers.