Delicate shortbread cookies with a hint of citrus, perfect for any occasion.
All Purpose Flour, plus extra for dusting
cups
cups
teaspoons
Unsalted Butter, softened, plus 1 tablespoon melted for glaze
cups
cups
Tangelo Orange Zest
each
each
teaspoons
Lemon Extract
teaspoons
Confectioners’ Sugar, sifted
cups
Fresh Tangelo Orange Juice, plus extra if needed
tablespoons
1. Prepare Dry Mixture
Whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and kosher salt in a medium bowl until well combined. Set aside.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
3. Add Citrus Zest and Extracts
Add the zest of the tangelo orange and lemon to the creamed butter, followed by the vanilla and lemon extracts. Mix until evenly distributed.
4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients on low speed just until the dough starts to come together.
5. Chill Dough
Gather the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Prepare for Baking
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Roll and Stamp Cookies
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough and use a cookie stamp and cutter to shape the cookies. Place cookies back in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up.
8. Bake Cookies
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges turn golden. Swap sheets halfway through baking.
9. Prepare Glaze
Whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, melted butter, and fresh tangelo orange juice until smooth. Adjust consistency with more juice if needed.
10. Glaze and Cool Cookies
Transfer baked cookies to a wire rack to cool slightly, then glaze each cookie. Allow to set and cool completely.
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