Christmas Shortbread to Hang

This delicious shortbread recipe is perfect for hanging on your Christmas tree this holiday season. It’s easy to make and adds a festive touch to any tree.

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
1/2 cup melted white chocolate (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter, powdered sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
Add flour and mix until just combined. Fold in sprinkles.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
Use a toothpick to make a small hole at the top of each cookie for hanging later.
Bake the cookies for 18-20 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
If desired, dip each cookie in the melted white chocolate and place back on the wire rack to dry.
String a ribbon through the hole in each cookie and hang them on your Christmas tree.

Serving Suggestions:

These Christmas shortbread cookies make a fun and festive addition to any holiday spread. Serve them alongside other holiday treats or hang them on your tree as a decorative touch.

Verdict

These Christmas shortbread cookies are buttery, rich, and full of festive flavor. The addition of rainbow sprinkles makes them especially fun and perfect for the holiday season. Whether you serve them as part of your holiday spread or hang them on your tree, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.