Description
Delightful cookies that combine buttery shortbread with sweet dried fruits, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup mixed dried fruit (such as raisins, cherries, and orange peel)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2-3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Fold in the mixed dried fruit and nuts (if using).
- Divide the dough into two portions and shape each into logs. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice the logs into 1/4-inch thick cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk to reach your desired consistency and drizzle it over the cooled cookies.
Notes
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or freeze them for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American