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    Cardamom Shortbread Cookies

    Published: Nov 6, 2021 Β· Modified: Dec 13, 2021 by MaryAnne Β· 12 Comments

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    Rich, buttery, and aromatic cardamom shortbread cookies are a great addition to your holiday cookie plate. These slightly sweet cookies are easy to make and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.

    cardamom shortbread cookies arranged on two blue plates with a cup of coffee and cookie crumbs on table.

    If you love shortbread cookies as much as I do [see: Rosemary Lemon Shortbread Cookies], you are going to delight over these unique cookies that are perfect for the holidays. This recipe makes soft and tender shortbread cookies, thanks to confectioner's sugar.

    They are slightly sweet, with the added floral notes of cardamom, and pair beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee.

    You can even stick your cookie dough in the freezer and bake them at a later date. Regardless, cardamom shortbread cookies are a delicious addition to your holiday dessert plate, as are these Old Fashioned Ginger Snap Cookies or these Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies!

    Jump to:
    • πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ³ What Is Cardamom?
    • πŸ₯˜ Ingredients Needed
    • πŸ”ͺ Step-By-Step Instructions
    • πŸ’­ Expert Tips
    • πŸͺ More Cookie Recipes!
    • πŸ“‹ Cardamom Shortbread Cookies Recipe
    cardamom shortbread cookies arranged on a blue plate with napkin in background.

    πŸ‘©πŸ»β€πŸ³ What Is Cardamom?

    Native to India, cardamom is a spice made from the seeds of several plants. It has floral and herbal notes, and is very fragrant. It is often used in Indian cooking, and is also frequently used in baked goods in Sweden, Norway, and Finland.

    πŸ₯˜ Ingredients Needed

    • All-purpose flour
    • Ground cardamom
    • Unsalted butter
    • Confectioner's sugar
    • Vanilla extract
    cookie dough in mixing bowl.
    mixing dough
    white hand on rolling pin rolling out cookie dough.
    rolling out dough
    cookie dough wrapped in plastic wrap.
    dough ready to be refrigerated

    πŸ”ͺ Step-By-Step Instructions

    Step 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cardamom, and salt.

    Step 2. Using a stand mixer with paddle attachment or electric hand mixer, cream butter until light and creamy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl using a rubber spatula.

    Step 3. Add confectioner's sugar and vanilla, and mix until well combined.

    Step 4. Add flour mixture and mix for another 1 to 2 minutes, until dough comes together.

    Step 5. Transfer dough onto large piece of plastic wrap. Wrap dough and use a rolling pin to flatten into a disk. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, until the dough is firm enough to roll out.

    Step 6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper.

    Step 7. Place chilled dough onto a lightly floured work surface and roll the dough to a little less than Β½-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut desired shapes (if you have a cookie stamp, use it here).

    Step 8. Place the cookies 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or place in freezer for 10 minutes.

    Step 9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until lightly browned around the edges and center is just set.

    Step 10. Let cookies cool on baking sheets 2-5 minutes; transfer to a wire rack, and let cool completely.

    cookie dough being cut out on a work surface.
    shortbread cookies being cut out
    shortbread cookies being pressed with stamp.
    using a cookie stamp on shortbread cookies

    πŸ’­ Expert Tips

    If you don't need a large batch of cookies, you can halve this recipe.

    For your convenience, freeze your shortbread cookie dough and bake at a later date. Or freeze half the dough to make fresh cookies closer to the holidays.

    This recipe uses confectioner's sugar which makes for very soft and tender cookies. You could use granulated sugar, but the cookies will be much more crispy.

    Use your favorite holiday cookie cutters to make fun holiday shapes.

    Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    shortbread cookies on a cooling rack and arranged on a blue plate.
    cardamom shortbread cookies arranged on two blue plates with parchment and crumbs scattered around.

    Enjoy your week, and feel free to drop me a line in the comments – I would love to hear if you try this recipe! Or tag me on Instagram @maryannehoekstra to let me know how it turned out! Also, if you are enjoying my blog, please consider recommending it to your friends. They can subscribe here.

    πŸͺ More Cookie Recipes!

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    cardamom shortbread cookies arranged on two blue plates with cup of coffee in background

    πŸ“‹ Cardamom Shortbread Cookies Recipe

    Author: MaryAnne
    Rich, buttery, and aromatic cardamom shortbread cookies are a great addition to your holiday cookie plate. These slightly sweet cookies are easy to make and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Chilling Time 30 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, Indian, Swedish
    Servings 36 cookies
    Calories 77 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Β½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ΒΎ teaspoon ground cardamom
    • Β½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • Β½ cup confectioner's sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cardamom, and salt.
    • Using a stand mixer with paddle attachment or electric hand mixer, cream butter until light and creamy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl using a rubber spatula.
    • Add confectioner's sugar and vanilla, and mix until well combined.
    • Add flour mixture and mix for another 1 to 2 minutes, until dough comes together.
    • Transfer dough onto large piece of plastic wrap. Wrap dough and use a rolling pin to flatten into a disk. Refrigerate for 30-60 minutes, until the dough is firm enough to roll out.
    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper.
    • Place chilled dough onto a lightly floured work surface and roll the dough to a little less than Β½-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut desired shapes (if you have a cookie stamp, use it here).
    • Place the cookies 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or place in freezer for 10 minutes.
    • Bake for 8-10 minutes, until lightly browned around the edges and center is just set.
    • Let cookies cool on baking sheets 2-5 minutes; transfer to a wire rack, and let cool completely.

    Notes

    For your convenience, freeze your shortbread cookie dough and bake at a later date. Or freeze half the dough to make fresh cookies closer to the holidays.
    This recipe uses confectioner's sugar which makes for very soft and tender cookies. You could use granulated sugar, but the cookies will be much more crispy.
    Use your favorite holiday cookie cutters to make fun holiday shapes.
    Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 33mgPotassium: 11mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Barbara Haner

      November 06, 2021 at 9:03 pm

      5 stars
      I am making these tomorrow. I have not made cookies since we moved and this recipe looks simple! I love, love, love the photos for these cookies!

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        November 07, 2021 at 6:45 am

        Thank you! πŸ™‚ I would love to hear how they turn out!

        Reply
    2. Traci

      November 14, 2021 at 8:16 am

      5 stars
      These are so fun and easy! I needed a new reliable cookie recipe and this is it! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        November 14, 2021 at 10:49 am

        So glad you enjoyed them, Traci! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    3. Andrea

      November 14, 2021 at 8:41 am

      5 stars
      These are definitely going on my cookie plate this year! They sound fabulous!

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        November 14, 2021 at 10:49 am

        Yay! I hope they are a hit!

        Reply
    4. Vanessa

      November 14, 2021 at 9:30 am

      5 stars
      Can believe how simple these were to make. They're a staple now for me!

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        November 14, 2021 at 10:50 am

        Hi, Vanessa! I'm so glad you found them easy to make. That was one of the goals with this recipe! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    5. Lucy

      November 16, 2021 at 1:53 am

      5 stars
      These cardamom shortbread cookies are delicious. They're the perfect snack, especially for the holidays.

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        November 16, 2021 at 6:08 am

        Thanks, Lucy! They are the perfect size for a holiday snack! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    6. Michelle

      November 16, 2021 at 5:05 am

      5 stars
      These are beautiful and the cardamom adds such an interesting flavor!

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        November 16, 2021 at 6:12 am

        These cookies are definitely for cardamom lovers! Thanks for stopping by, Michelle!

        Reply

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