Snowflake Shortbread Cookies – Simple & Elegant

These Snowflake Shortbread Cookies are the definition of winter elegance — buttery, crisp, and delicately shaped like snowflakes.
With just a few simple ingredients, you can create melt-in-your-mouth cookies that sparkle with a dusting of sugar.
Perfect for gifting, holiday tea parties, or adding a touch of sophistication to your dessert tray.

Summary

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Difficulty: Easy

Equipment

• Mixing bowls (medium & large)
  
• Electric mixer or whisk
  
• Measuring cups and spoons
  
• Rolling pin
  
• Snowflake cookie cutters
  
• Baking sheet with parchment paper
  
• Cooling rack
  
• Fine mesh sieve (for dusting sugar)
  

Ingredients for Snowflake Shortbread Cookies

For the Cookies

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  
• ½ cup granulated sugar
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
• Pinch of salt
  

For Decoration (Optional)

• Powdered sugar for dusting
  
• Edible glitter or white icing (optional for shimmer)
  

Directions for Snowflake Shortbread Cookies

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
   In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar together until creamy and smooth.
   
2. Add Vanilla and Flour:
   Mix in vanilla extract, then gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
   
3. Chill the Dough:
   Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
   
4. Shape and Bake:
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
   Cut into snowflake shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
   
5. Bake and Cool:
   Bake 8–10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
   
6. Decorate:
   Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle lightly with icing once cooled.
   

Tips & Variations

• Add ½ tsp almond extract for a nutty flavor.
  
• Dip one edge in melted white chocolate for a fancy touch.
  
• For a festive look, sprinkle with edible glitter before baking.
  
• Use cold butter for crisper shortbread texture.
  

Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie)

Nutritional Highlights

• Made with simple, wholesome ingredients
  
• Naturally egg-free and easy to adapt for gluten-free diets
  
• Perfect portion for light festive snacking
  

Dietitian Tips

• Use high-quality butter for best flavor and texture.
  
• Replace sugar with coconut sugar for a hint of caramel flavor.
  
• Store cookies in an airtight tin with parchment paper layers to maintain crispness.
  

Conclusion

Snowflake Shortbread Cookies bring a touch of wintry charm to any celebration.
They’re delicate, buttery, and beautifully shaped — a timeless treat that embodies the magic of the holidays.

Snowflake Shortbread Cookies – Simple & Elegant

Buttery, crisp shortbread cookies cut into beautiful snowflake shapes — simple, elegant, and perfect for the winter season.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Cookies
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• For Decoration Optional
• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Edible glitter or white icing optional for shimmer

Equipment

• Mixing bowls (medium & large)
• Electric mixer or whisk
• – Measuring cups and spoons
• Rolling Pin
• Snowflake cookie cutters
• Baking sheet with parchment paper
• Cooling rack
• Fine mesh sieve (for dusting sugar)

Method

 

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar together until creamy and smooth.
3. Add Vanilla and Flour:
4. Mix in vanilla extract, then gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
5. Chill the Dough:
6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7. Shape and Bake:
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
9. Cut into snowflake shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
10. Bake and Cool:
11. Bake 8–10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
12. Decorate:
13. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle lightly with icing once cooled.

Notes

Add ½ tsp almond extract for a nutty flavor.

Dip one edge in melted white chocolate for a fancy touch.

For a festive look, sprinkle with edible glitter before baking.

Use cold butter for crisper shortbread texture.

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