Small Batch Shortbread Bites
Make a quick batch of festive Funfetti Shortbread Bites in just 15 minutes! These colorful, bite-sized cookies are perfect for holidays or any celebration.
Servings: 16 small shortbread cookie bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons multi-colored nonpareils "sprinkles"
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).Prepare a 5×5-inch baking dish by lining it with plastic wrap, allowing an overhang of a few inches for easy removal. Put the pan aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth.
- Slowly add the flour to the mixture, blending until the dough comes together.
- Fold in the funfetti sprinkles into the dough.
- In the bowl, gently knead the dough 4-5 times until it forms into a ball.
- Press the dough evenly into the lined dish.
- Lift the dough out using the plastic wrap overhang and cut into 1/2-inch squares. Arrange these squares on a cookie sheet lined with parchment or a silicone baking mat, spacing them about 1/2 inch apart.
- Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake for 13-15 minutes, or until you see the edges just starting to brown.
- Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking. Then, move them to a cooling rack to cool down completely.
Notes
- Read the Recipe First: Before starting, take a moment to read through the entire recipe, including the Ingredient Notes and process photos. This will give you a clear understanding of each step and help ensure your shortbread bites turn out perfectly.
- Butter Temperature Matters: Make sure the butter is at room temperature. This makes it easier to mix and creates a smooth, cohesive dough.
- Mix Gently: Be careful not to overmix the dough. Overworking it can lead to cookies that are less tender.
- Customize the Cookie Size: This recipe is designed for bite-sized shortbread, but you can cut the dough into larger pieces if you'd like. Simply adjust the size to fit your preference or the occasion.
Nutrition
Serving: 1(1/2 inch square) cookie | Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 5mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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