cinnamon shortbread cookies

Recipe by
Lynette !
Gulf Breeze, FL

These are great anytime, but a nice addition to a Christmas tray.

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yield 3 dozen
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For cinnamon shortbread cookies

  • 2 c
    butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 c
    granulated sugar, divided
  • 4 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp
    vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 c
    finely chopped walnuts or almonds

How To Make cinnamon shortbread cookies

  • 1
    Cream the butter; gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add the flour and vanilla; beat well.
  • 2
    Press the mixture into an ungreased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan.
  • 3
    Combine remaining 1/2 cup sugar, cinnamon, and chopped walnuts or almonds in a small bowl; stir well.
  • 4
    Sprinkle over the dough; press the mixture lightly into the dough with your fingertips.
  • 5
    Bake at 350º for 30 minutes. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Cut into squares.

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