Description
Red White and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies are a festive and delicious treat perfect for any celebration. The buttery flavor of these cookies, paired with a sweet glaze and vibrant sprinkles, makes them an irresistible addition to your dessert table. Easy to prepare without any complicated equipment, this recipe is great for all skill levels. With a yield of 24 cookies, they are ideal for sharing at barbecues, picnics, or holiday gatherings. Celebrate in style with these delightful cookies that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces very soft butter (2 sticks)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk or half and half
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch until just combined.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto a lined baking sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk or half and half, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Dip cooled cookies into the glaze or drizzle on top; add sprinkles immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg