Cardamom Shortbread Cookies That Melt In Your Mouth

Enjoy Cardamom Shortbread Cookies that melt in your mouth, a blend of cardamom and zesty orange glaze perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 22

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1 22

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Baking

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookies

1 cup Salted Butter Use unsalted butter to reduce sodium.
½ cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can substitute but may change texture.
1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Cardamom Uses fresh for the best flavor.
2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, try almond or coconut flour.

For the Glaze

2 tablespoons Orange Juice Lemon juice can serve as an alternative.
1 tablespoon Milk Opt for non-dairy milk for a vegan option.
1 cup Orange Zest Can substitute with lemon zest if desired.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Electric mixer
Parchment paper
Baking sheet
wire rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Beat the softened salted butter and powdered sugar until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually mix in all-purpose flour and freshly ground cardamom until the dough is smooth.
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Roll out the dough to ½ inch thickness and cut out shapes.
Freeze the cut cookies for 10-15 minutes, then bake for 20-22 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
Whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, and milk to make the glaze.
Dip the cooled cookies in the glaze and let them set on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 15mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 7 days. They can also be frozen for up to 4 months.

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