Classic Shortbread Cookies

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These classic shortbread cookies are tender, buttery squares perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of tea.

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Simple to make and simply delicious!

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Ingredients

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Cut the butter into 1-inch chunks. Add the butter, salt, sugar, and scraped vanilla bean pulp (if using) to a food processor and pulse a few times just until combined.

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Add the flour and pulse just until the dough begins to come together.

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Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and press together. Roll the dough to 1/4 inch thickness (between 2 pieces of wax paper if desired).

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Gather the scraps, press them together, and re-roll. Cut out the remaining cookies. Use a fork to press three rows lightly into each cookie (9 dots).

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Cold butter is key for that sandy, delicate, classic shortbread texture.

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