Description
Delightfully rich and nutty sugar plum shortbread cookies that are a unique holiday treat, perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped dried sugar plums (or prunes/figs)
- Optional: Sparkling sugar or colored sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add vanilla extract and salt; mix until just combined.
- Gradually add in the flour, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the chopped dried sugar plums.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) during the last few minutes of chilling.
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut out shapes.
- Transfer cookies to a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle with optional garnish while warm.
Notes
Ensure not to overmix the dough and always chill for the recommended time for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: sugar plum cookies, shortbread, holiday treats, festive baking, cookies
