Red White and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies
Red White and Blue Glazed Shortbread Cookies are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that will add a festive touch to any celebration. These buttery cookies, adorned with a sweet glaze and vibrant sprinkles, are perfect for summer holidays like the Fourth of July or Memorial Day. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this one-bowl recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Impress your guests with these colorful cookies that not only taste great but also look stunning on any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces very soft butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine soft butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour and cornstarch until a dough forms.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Place cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice until smooth; adjust consistency as needed.
- Once cooled, drizzle glaze over cookies and top with sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (24g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg