Three-Ingredient Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Unbleached all-purpose flour: 3 cups (420 grams)
2. Unsalted butter: 1 cup (2 sticks, 226 grams)
3. Fine sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)

Preparation Time:

• Total Time: 1 hour (including preparation and baking time)
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Baking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, butter, and sugar. Mix well until the dough becomes smooth and uniform.
3. Drop the dough by spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie for spreading.
4. Flatten the cookies slightly with a rolling pin or your hands.
5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approximately 270 per cookie (based on the given ingredients)
• Fat: 16 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 3 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Simple and easy to make with only three ingredients.
• The cookies have a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
• The shortbread cookies have a sweet and buttery taste that is popular in American cuisine.

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are so simple to make but taste amazing!"
2. "The texture is perfect - crispy on the outside and soft on the inside."
3. "These cookies are a great snack for movie nights or game days!"
4. "Love the sweet and buttery flavor combination."
5. "Great recipe for beginners!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the cookies. If using salted butter, reduce or omit the salt in the recipe.
• The baking time may vary depending on the humidity and altitude. Keep an eye on the cookies during baking to avoid over-baking.
• Store the cookies in an air-tight container to keep them fresh and crispy longer.