Ingredients and Weight:
- Unbleached all-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- White sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 1 pound (454 grams)
- Sea salt: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Cookie press machine with desired shaped disks
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus baking time)
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut the butter into small pieces and add it to the bowl, mixing until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Use your hands to knead the dough until it is smooth and then roll it out to the desired thickness.
- Use the cookie press machine to shape the cookies using your favorite disks. Place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approximately 450 calories per cookie (vary based on size and ingredients used)
Fat: 26g, Carbohydrates: 56g, Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and buttery texture with a hint of vanilla flavor.
- Can be customized with different shaped cookie press disks for a fun and creative presentation.
- Perfect for an afternoon tea or as a treat for guests.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so delicious and easy to make! The cookie press machine made it fun to shape them." - John Doe
- "Love the vanilla flavor in these shortbread cookies. They are perfect for serving at a party." - Jane Smith
- "These cookies are a great addition to my tea time. The texture is just right and they are not too sweet." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the butter is at room temperature before mixing with the flour mixture to ensure proper dough consistency.
- Adjust the thickness of the dough depending on your preference for crispy or soft cookies.
- Use different shaped disks for the cookie press machine to create different designs or shapes of cookies.
