| Shortbread Heart Cookies 1 c Butter or margarine;-softened 3/4 c Brown sugar, packed 3 c All-purpose flour 1/4 ts Salt Red sugar crystals; optional Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Cream the butter; gradually add the sugar, beating with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Sift together the flour and salt. Add to the creamed mixture and stir with a wooden spoon to thoroughly combine. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured board to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out with heart-shaped cookie cutters. Place on an ungreased or parchment-lined cookie sheet. Sprinkle with red sugar crystals, if desired. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until lightly browned. Store in airtight containers with waxed paper between the layers of cookies. Makes 3 to 4 dozen. |
Cookie Recipes Home Cookie Recipe Index Cookie Store Cookie Forum Cookie Blog About Links Site Map