Cinnamon shortbread stars
Enjoy the warm and buttery goodness of homemade Cinnamon Shortbread Stars! This delightful recipe combines the rich flavors of butter and cinnamon with a unique blend of white wheat and white rice flour, creating a crisp and tender treat that melts in your mouth. Perfect for festive occasions or everyday indulgence, these cookies are simple to make and irresistibly delicious. Bake a batch today and savor the holiday spirit with every bite!
- 21 Mar 2024
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 18 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Cinnamon shortbread stars are a delightful and festive treat that combine the rich, buttery goodness of traditional shortbread with the warm, aromatic flavor of cinnamon. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special homemade gift, these cookies are a joy to make and even better to share.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2 to 3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose white wheat flour, white rice flour, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until a soft dough forms. You may need to use your hands to bring the dough together at the end.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch (6mm) thickness. If the dough is too sticky, you can chill it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the dough. Place the star-shaped dough pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to make sure they don't overbake.
- Allow the shortbread stars to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled, your Cinnamon Shortbread Stars are ready to be enjoyed! You can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Tips:
- Ensure that the butter is at room temperature before you start, as this will make it easier to cream with the sugar.
- Use high-quality cinnamon to get the best flavor in your shortbread stars.
- Chill the dough before rolling it out to make it easier to handle and to help the cookies hold their shape during baking.
- Use cookie cutters of different sizes to create a variety of star shapes.
- Prick the cookies with a fork before baking to prevent them from puffing up and to give them that classic shortbread texture.
- Keep an eye on the cookies in the oven, as ovens can vary and you don't want them to over-bake. You're looking for a light golden color.
- Store the baked cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and maintain their texture.
Cinnamon shortbread stars are simple to make yet impressive in both flavor and appearance. By following these tips and taking care in each step, you'll create a batch of cookies that are sure to bring joy to anyone who tastes them. Enjoy the warm, buttery, and spicy notes of these festive treats!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 40 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 190kcal | 8% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.06g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 22g | 6% |
| Fiber 0.54g | 1% |
| Sugar 6g | 6% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 10g | 12% |
| Saturated 6g | 19% |
| Cholesterol 30mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 90ug | 10% |
| Choline 4.00mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 0.30mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B9 4.63ug | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 0.99ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 9mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.05mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.18mg | 2% |
| Magnesium, Mg 6mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 27mg | 2% |
| Potassium, K 27mg | 1% |
| Selenium, Se 2.67ug | 5% |
| Sodium, Na 24mg | 2% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.25mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 4.28g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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