Simple Butter Shortbread Wedges
These classic, melt-in-your-mouth butter shortbread wedges are deceptively simple, requiring just a few quality ingredients to create a rich, crumbly, and not-too-sweet treat. Perfect with a cup of tea or as an elegant dessert base.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Notes
Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. They also freeze beautifully for up to 2 months. Make-Ahead: The dough can be pressed into the pan, covered tightly, and refrigerated overnight before baking. Variations: For a subtle twist, add the zest of one lemon or orange, or mix in 1/2 cup of finely chopped toasted nuts like pecans or almonds. For a decorative finish, sprinkle the scored dough with coarse sugar before baking.