Flower Shortbread Cookies are classic buttery shortbread cookies finished with edible flower petals, creating a crisp yet tender texture and a naturally elegant appearance.
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Author: Sandra Myers
Ingredients
1cupunsalted butterroom temperature
¾cupgranulated sugar
¼teaspoonsalt
2egg yolks
1teaspoonvanilla extract
2cupsall purpose flour
Edible flowers for decorating
Instructions
Beat butter, sugar, and salt on medium speed for 3 to 4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
Mix in egg yolks and vanilla just until combined, scraping the bowl as needed.
Gradually add flour on low speed until a cohesive dough forms, adding extra flour if sticky.
Roll dough between parchment to an even ¼ inch thickness.
Cut 3 inch rounds and gently press edible flower petals onto each cookie.
Freeze cookies on a lined baking sheet for 12 to 24 hours.
Bake at 350°F for 9 minutes, rotate, then bake 8 more minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Cool on a wire rack and sprinkle with cane sugar while warm.