Description
These festive Christmas Shortbread Cookie Bites are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats perfect for holiday snacking! Made with just a few simple ingredients, these tiny shortbread cubes are crisp on the outside and tender inside. Decorated with colorful sprinkles, they add a fun and festive touch to your holiday dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup holiday sprinkles (red, green, white, or multi-colored)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Mix in the flour and salt gradually until a dough forms. The dough will be slightly crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
- Fold in the holiday sprinkles and mix gently to distribute them evenly.
- Shape the dough into a rectangular log, about ½-inch thick. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Cut into small cubes (about ½-inch pieces) and spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For extra festive cookies, drizzle melted white chocolate over them once cooled.
- These store well in an airtight container for up to a week.
- You can freeze the dough log and slice when ready to bake.