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a pile of Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies on a small metal wire rack

Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies

4.67 from 54 ratings
A classic shortbread recipe gets an easy gluten free makeover! These shortbread cookies are simple to make and are crisp and buttery, just as they should be!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 24
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add the gluten free flour and salt to a small bowl and whisk together. Then set aside.
  • Add the butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix until combined and smooth.
  • Scrape down the bowl and add the flour mixture. Mix on low speed until combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  • Transfer the dough to a piece of plastic wrap (or wax paper) and shape into a rectangle that measures 7x2.5x1 inches (approximately). Wrap in the plastic wrap and use it to help smooth the sides. Refrigerate the dough for 2 hours.
  • Once the dough has chilled for 2 hours, slice the cookies 1/4 inch thick and place on a half sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Use a fork to gently prick holes on each end of the cookies. Place the cookie sheet in the freezer for 20 minutes before baking.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a second half sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Bake the cookies (12 per pan) for 10-11 minutes or until the edges are set and not quite golden. Cool the cookies on the pan 10 minutes before removing and cooling completely on a wire rack.

Notes

  1. See post on helpful tips to make the best shortbread cookies.
  2. I prefer baking the cookies 1 pan at a time on the center rack.
  3. In testing, I’ve found that gluten free shortbread cookies bake more evenly and spread less when baked on parchment paper instead of a silicone baking mat.
  4. Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Baked cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1g | Calories: 71kcal

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