Cardamom Shortbread Cookies (Printable)

Buttery shortbread with a warm cardamom hint, perfect alongside tea or as a sweet treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 2/3 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cardamom, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and creamy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Mix in the vanilla extract to the butter mixture.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, blending until a soft dough forms.
06 - Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll out to 1/2-inch thickness.
07 - Cut into rounds or desired shapes using a cookie cutter. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets, spacing 1 inch apart.
08 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are pale golden.
09 - Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, buttery texture that dissolves instantly.
  • Fragrant cardamom provides a unique and warming spice profile.
  • Easy preparation with simple pantry staples and no complex techniques.
02 -
  • For extra flavor and a lovely crunch, sprinkle a little extra cardamom sugar on top before baking.
  • Always allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack to set their structure.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to one week to keep them perfectly crisp and fresh.
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