Shortbread cookies the simple way

10 servings

30 minutes

Sand cookies are a classic of home baking known for their tenderness and crumbly texture. This simple recipe has roots in Russian cuisine, where such cookies were made from accessible ingredients: butter, flour, sugar, and eggs. The high butter content gives the dough a rich, buttery flavor with a hint of sweetness. After baking, it is initially soft but becomes brittle and crumbly as it cools. These cookies pair wonderfully with morning tea or coffee and warm milk before bed. They can be further decorated with powdered sugar, icing, or chocolate. The simplicity of preparation makes it an excellent choice for those just starting their journey in home baking.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 239.1
• Proteins: 3.1g
• Fats: 13.2g
• Carbohydrates: 27.6g

Ingredients

• Butter: 150 g
• Powdered sugar: 50 g
• Salt: pinch
• Egg yolk: 1 pc
• Wheat flour: 300 g

Cooking steps

1. Mix the yolk and powdered sugar in a deep bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg yolk: 1 piece
   • Powdered sugar: 50 g

2. Add flour, softened butter, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 300 g
   • Butter: 150 g
   • Salt:  pinch

3. Knead the dough until it forms a solid, dense ball.

4. Once the dough is ready, place it in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

5. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.

6. After that, roll it out to about 0.5–0.7 cm thick and cut out cookies with molds.

7. Bake the cookies for 10 minutes until golden brown. At first, they will be soft, but they will harden as they cool.