{"id":341625,"date":"2025-12-13T07:25:39","date_gmt":"2025-12-13T07:25:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/bread\/the-best-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-sourdough-brandon\/"},"modified":"2025-12-13T07:25:39","modified_gmt":"2025-12-13T07:25:39","slug":"the-best-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-sourdough-brandon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=341625","title":{"rendered":"The BEST Sourdough Shortbread Cookies \u2013 Sourdough Brandon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p>These are the best Sourdough Shortbread Cookies, with a melt-in-your-mouth, buttery, tender texture, and made with a few pantry ingredients!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\">The sourdough discard shortbread cookies are excellent for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/category\/recipes\/christmas\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas<\/a>\u00a0cookie boxes and gifting, as they last for days, and you can freeze the dough ahead of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Slice-and-bake the cookies from logs or use cookie cutouts to make your favorite shapes. The sourdough shortbread cookies are incredibly versatile, allowing you to add other ingredients, flavors, and sprinkles to make them your own.<\/p>\n<p>Follow my detailed instructions, complete with photos and tips, below for these classic sourdough shortbread cookies.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-perfmatters-preload=\"\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk.jpg\" alt=\"Stack of sourdough shortbread cookies with milk in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-18062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-with-milk-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-youll-love-this-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%91%8D_Why_Youll_Love_This_Recipe\"\/>\ud83d\udc4d Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A classic cookie that only uses simple pantry ingredients and is a crowd favorite.<\/li>\n<li>Beautiful holiday or Christmas cookies for gifting that store well for days and freeze incredibly well.<\/li>\n<li>Buttery, tender, slightly crumbly texture that melts in your mouth.<\/li>\n<li>Raw sugar coating adds crunch to the edges and sparkle.<\/li>\n<li>Can make slice-and-bake cookies (pictured) or cut out cookies using cookie cutters.<\/li>\n<li>Easy-to-make dough that you can make ahead or ferment overnight.<\/li>\n<li>No egg recipe.<\/li>\n<li>Use the same dough to add other flavors like chocolate chips, lemon zest, sprinkles, brown butter, herbs, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Sourdough shortbread cookies on a Christmas spread and platter with red and white twine.\" class=\"wp-image-18052 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Sourdough shortbread cookies on a Christmas spread and platter with red and white twine.\" class=\"wp-image-18052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/christmas-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-making-sourdough-shortbread-cookies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%8D_Tips_for_Making_Sourdough_Shortbread_Cookies\"\/>\ud83d\udd0d Tips for Making Sourdough Shortbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chill the dough for at least an hour so the butter hardens, and slicing is easier. This is important for most cookie and <a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/category\/recipes\/muffins\/\" title=\"Sourdough Muffin Recipes\">muffin<\/a> recipes.<\/li>\n<li>You can make the cookie dough the night before and rest it in the refrigerator or freeze the dough logs months in advance.<\/li>\n<li>If the raw sugar coating isn\u2019t sticking, brush the dough logs with egg white.<\/li>\n<li>Add 2 TBS of cornstarch to the dough to help the cookies retain their shape during baking.<\/li>\n<li>For perfectly cylindrical logs for slice-and-bake cookies, use a bench scraper and parchment paper to press and compact the dough into logs, removing air bubbles and gaps and creating perfectly round cookies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Bite of sourdough shortbread cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-18051 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Bite of sourdough shortbread cookies.\" class=\"wp-image-18051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/bite-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Baking scale<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flour and sourdough starter can weigh differently from person to person, so weighing your ingredients is the best option! Measuring your ingredients by weight will make your baking more consistent and accurate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Sheets<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Line the pans with parchment or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spatula<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For scraping the sides of the mixing bowl.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stand mixer or hand mixer, recommended<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For creaming the butter and mixing the cookie dough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bench Scraper<\/strong>, optional but helpful\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The trick for making perfectly round slice-and-bake cookies is to use a bench scraper or flat edge with parchment paper to compact the dough into logs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>If you opt to make cut-out cookies, you\u2019ll need a <strong>rolling pin<\/strong> and <strong>cookie cutters<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-ingredients-needed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%9B%92_Ingredients_Needed\"\/>\ud83d\uded2 Ingredients Needed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Labeled bowls of ingredients needed for sourdough shortbread cookies including unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, sourdough discard, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and raw sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-18054 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Labeled bowls of ingredients needed for sourdough shortbread cookies including unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, sourdough discard, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and raw sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-18054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Ingredients-needed-for-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unsalted butter, room temperature<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It\u2019s important that the butter is softened to cream it with sugar and incorporate air into the batter. This is what makes a soft and tender shortbread cookie.<\/li>\n<li>The process for making these is similar to that for the dough in my <a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/sourdough-linzer-cookies\/\" title=\"Sourdough Linzer Cookies\">Sourdough Linzer Cookies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/sourdough-vanilla-wafers\/\" title=\"Sourdough Vanilla Wafers\">Sourdough Vanilla Wafers<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powdered Sugar<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The powdered sugar incorporates more easily into the butter, resulting in a crumblier cookie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can substitute with a gluten-free flour to make gluten-free shortbread cookies, such as cup-for-cup or measure-for-measure.<\/li>\n<li>Add \u00bd cup of whole wheat flour or rye flour for a heartier, flavorful cookie<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong>, helps bring out the flavors<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/sourdough-discard-101\/\" title=\"Sourdough discard\"><strong>Sourdough Discard<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cornstarch<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The cornstarch is the secret ingredient that helps the cookies retain their shapes and also creates a tender texture, such as in my <a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/sourdough-corn-cookies\/\" title=\"Sourdough Corn Cookies\">Sourdough Corn Cookies<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use real vanilla extract or vanilla paste, not imitation.<\/li>\n<li>Vanilla isn\u2019t traditional in basic shortbread cookies, so you can leave it out if you prefer. I miss it when it\u2019s not there.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Raw Sugar<\/strong>, for coating and a crunchy texture (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shortbread-variations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shortbread_Variations\"\/>Shortbread Variations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add lemon, orange, or lime zest for a citrus twist.<\/li>\n<li>Make chocolate chip sourdough shortbread cookies by adding 6oz of chopped chocolate to the batter.<\/li>\n<li>Brown the butter beforehand and let cool for a caramely, nutty brown butter sourdough shortbread.<\/li>\n<li>Add other flavors or spices like cinnamon, cardamom, lavender, or herbs like chopped sage, rosemary, or thyme.<\/li>\n<li>You can include other mix-ins such as chopped nuts, seeds, or sprinkles.<\/li>\n<li>Finish the cookies by drizzling or dipping in melted chocolate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-sourdough-shortbread-cookies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%91%A8%E2%80%8D%F0%9F%8D%B3_How_to_Make_Sourdough_Shortbread_Cookies\"\/>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83c\udf73 How to Make Sourdough Shortbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p>Follow this detailed recipe guide as you make the best Sourdough Shortbread Cookies.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cream-the-butter-and-mix-the-wet-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Cream_the_Butter_and_Mix_the_Wet_Ingredients\"\/>1. Cream the Butter and Mix the Wet Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium speed for a few minutes until pale, light, and fluffy.<\/p>\n<p>Scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula if needed.<\/p>\n<p>Mix in the vanilla and sourdough discard until incorporated.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Creaming butter and sugar together in a stand mixer.\" class=\"wp-image-14462 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-850x1275.jpg 850w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer.jpg\" alt=\"Creaming butter and sugar together in a stand mixer.\" class=\"wp-image-14462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-850x1275.jpg 850w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Creaming-butter-and-sugar-in-stand-mixer-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mix-in-the-dry-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Mix_in_the_Dry_Ingredients\"\/>2. Mix in the Dry Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>In a small separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, and salt.<\/p>\n<p>Then, pour the dry ingredients into the stand mixer bowl, pulse a few times to prevent the flour from spilling, and mix just until combined.<\/p>\n<p>The cookie dough will be crumbly with a Play-Doh-like consistency.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Mixed sourdough shortbread cookie dough in a stand mixer bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-18056 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough.jpg\" alt=\"Mixed sourdough shortbread cookie dough in a stand mixer bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-18056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mixed-sourdough-shortbread-cookie-dough-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shape-and-chill-the-dough\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Shape_and_Chill_the_Dough\"\/>3. Shape and Chill the Dough<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re making cut-out cookies, you can scrape the dough onto plastic wrap, flatten it into discs, and chill or freeze.<\/p>\n<p>To make slice-and-bake cookies, divide the dough in half to make two logs. Then, gently roll the dough on a lightly floured surface into short logs.<\/p>\n<p>Place the logs in the middle of the parchment paper and roll the parchment over them to smooth out the cylinder (lightly flour the parchment if it sticks).<\/p>\n<p>Fold the parchment over the log and use a bench scraper or other straight edge to push the log into a tight cylinder. This will lengthen the log and pack it so there are no air bubbles or gaps, and you will get perfectly round slices. The logs should be about 10 inches long.<\/p>\n<p>Wrap the log in the parchment paper, then place it onto a large piece of plastic wrap and twist the ends to further pack the log ends and keep it safely wrapped in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n<p>Chill the dough for at least an hour before baking.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #000000; border-radius: 0%; background-color: #eaeaea; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-c8b10f38-2f06-4d39-90e1-f3a62bcc2571\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-06d6f324-15a4-489f-a5af-ba490c9faaf4\"><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong> At this point, you can refrigerate or freeze the cookie dough.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18059\" alt=\"Rolling sourdough shortbread cookies into a log of parchment paper with a bench scraper.\" class=\"wp-image-18059 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18059\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs.jpg\" alt=\"Rolling sourdough shortbread cookies into a log of parchment paper with a bench scraper.\" class=\"wp-image-18059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-into-logs-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18055\" alt=\"Two logs of sourdough shortbread cookies wrapped in parchment paper and plastic wrap.\" class=\"wp-image-18055 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18055\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Two logs of sourdough shortbread cookies wrapped in parchment paper and plastic wrap.\" class=\"wp-image-18055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logs-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"slice-the-cookies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Slice_the_Cookies\"\/>4. Slice the Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350\u00baF (177\u00baC) and line large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.<\/p>\n<p>For crunchy, sparkly cookie edges, sprinkle raw sugar on a clean cutting board. Unroll the chilled shortbread dough, then roll the logs in raw sugar.<\/p>\n<p>If the coating isn\u2019t sticking, brush the logs with egg white to help the sugar adhere.<\/p>\n<p>Then, use a sharp knife to trim the ends of the logs and then cut into \u00bc\u201d-\u215c\u201d thick slices. Each log usually makes about 13-15 cookies.<\/p>\n<p>To help the cookies keep their round shape while cutting, roll the log a quarter turn in between each slice.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re making cut-out cookies, you can roll the dough in between pieces of parchment paper with a rolling pin to \u00bc\u201d thick and use a floured cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Then, re-roll scraps and repeat.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18058\" alt=\"Log of sourdough shortbread cookies on a wooden cutting board with raw sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-18058 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18058\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar.jpg\" alt=\"Log of sourdough shortbread cookies on a wooden cutting board with raw sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-18058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/rolling-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-in-raw-sugar-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18060\" alt=\"Sliced sourdough shortbread cookies on a wooden cutting board with a knife.\" class=\"wp-image-18060 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18060\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Sliced sourdough shortbread cookies on a wooden cutting board with a knife.\" class=\"wp-image-18060\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sliced-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bake\"\/>5. Bake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Space the cookies a couple of inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.<\/p>\n<p>Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges and bottom of the cookies just start to brown. They will continue to set and harden as they cool.<\/p>\n<p>Let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18064\" alt=\"Unbaked sourdough shortbread cookies on a baking sheet.\" class=\"wp-image-18064 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18064\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Unbaked sourdough shortbread cookies on a baking sheet.\" class=\"wp-image-18064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/unbaked-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18057\" alt=\"Plate of sourdough shortbread cookies with a glass of milk in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-18057 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18057\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Plate of sourdough shortbread cookies with a glass of milk in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-18057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/plate-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-store\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store\"\/>How to Store<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p>Sourdough shortbread cookies store extremely well at room temperature.<\/p>\n<p>Place them in an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to a week. They\u2019ll last even longer if stored with layers of parchment paper and kept in a cool, dry location.<\/p>\n<p>You can freeze baked shortbread cookies and thaw them at room temperature before serving.<\/p>\n<p>Store unbaked cookie dough in the freezer for up to 3 months and thaw completely before slicing and baking.<\/p>\n<p>These are excellent cookies for your holiday cookie boxes! Maybe include my <a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/soft-glazed-sourdough-gingerbread-cookies\/\" title=\"Soft Glazed Sourdough Gingerbread Cookies \">Soft Glazed Sourdough Gingerbread Cookies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/sourdough-oreos\/\">Homemade Sourdough Oreos<\/a>, too?<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18061\" alt=\"Stack of sourdough shortbread cookies with Christmas decorations.\" class=\"wp-image-18061 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"18061\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas.jpg\" alt=\"Stack of sourdough shortbread cookies with Christmas decorations.\" class=\"wp-image-18061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sourdough-shortbread-cookies-for-christmas-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"\/>\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\">\n<h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_double_the_recipe\"\/>Can I double the recipe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Yes. Double all the ingredients, then bake the cookies in batches or store additional logs in the freezer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\">\n<h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_ferment_the_batter_overnight\"\/>Can I ferment the batter overnight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Yes, you can mix the cookie dough and store it in the refrigerator overnight.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\">\n<h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_cut_out_sourdough_shortbread_cookies_or_make_different_shapes\"\/>Can I cut out sourdough shortbread cookies or make different shapes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Yes! Instead of rolling into logs, cut out the same dough to make other designs using cookie cutters. You can also shape Scottish shortbreads traditionally into squares or rectangles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\">\n<h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_difference_between_shortbread_cookies_and_sable_cookies\"\/>What\u2019s the difference between shortbread cookies and sabl\u00e9 cookies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>Sabl\u00e9s include eggs or egg yolks in the dough, resulting in sandier cookies. They also may use salted butter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq\">\n<h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_my_shortbread_spread_when_baking\"\/>Why do my shortbread spread when baking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p>This dough must chill before baking, or the butter will melt. You can also freeze the sliced cookies for 10 minutes before baking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" alt=\"Stack of sourdough shortbread cookies with bite taken out of top one and a glass of milk and more cookies in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-18063 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg\" alt=\"Stack of sourdough shortbread cookies with bite taken out of top one and a glass of milk and more cookies in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-18063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sourdoughbrandon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/stack-of-sourdough-shortbread-cookies-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id8635_d29c64-da alignnone kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\">\n<div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column8635_d0a469-f5\">\n<div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p><strong>Did you make this recipe? <\/strong><br \/>\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Please leave a rating, comment or question below! Tag me on Instagram or Facebook @SourdoughBrandon or PIN this recipe on Pinterest to come back to it later!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-18119\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"18119\" data-servings=\"30\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-compact-edit-1\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sourdough_Shortbread_Cookies\"\/>Sourdough Shortbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Buttery and tender, these are the best Sourdough Shortbread Cookies that are so easy to make and melt in your mouth using only a few simple pantry ingredients! You can slice and bake, freeze the dough ahead of time, or use cookie cutters.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside-only wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">18<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Chilling Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">33<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Yield or Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-18119 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"18119\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">30<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">Cookies<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"30\" data-recipe=\"18119\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"30\" data-recipe=\"18119\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"30\" data-recipe=\"18119\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/p>\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-246352509\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-246352509\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-18119-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-18119-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"18119\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul style=\"--wprm-advanced-list-background: #07515f;\" class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-advanced-list-reset wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18119-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or a hand mixer) for a few minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula if needed.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the vanilla extract and sourdough discard and mix until combined.<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-6\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">226 g Unsalted Butter, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-29\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">113 g Powdered Sugar, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-9\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">120 g Sourdough Discard, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-22\" data-separator=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2 tsp Vanilla Extract<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18119-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In another bowl, combine the dry ingredients. <\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Then, add to the stand mixer bowl and mix just until combined. The cookie dough will be crumbly and have a consistency similar to Play-Doh when squeezed.<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-0\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">260 g All-purpose flour, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-2\" data-separator=\", \" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">\u00bd tsp Kosher Salt, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient wprm-recipe-instruction-ingredient-18119-30\" data-separator=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">2 TBS Cornstarch<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18119-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Scrape the dough out onto a work surface and divide it in half.*<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Roll the dough halves into about 5&#8243; squat logs with your hands (flour to prevent sticking) and place them each in the center of a large piece of parchment paper.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Fold the parchment over the log and use a bench scraper or other straight edge to push the log into a tight cylinder. This will lengthen the log and pack it, eliminating bubbles and gaps, resulting in perfectly round slices. The logs should be about 10 inches long.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Wrap the log in the parchment paper, then place it onto a large piece of plastic wrap and twist the ends to further pack the log ends and keep it safely wrapped in the refrigerator.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Chill the logs for at least an hour in the refrigerator or freeze them months in advance.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-18119-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00baF (177\u00baC) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">For crunchy, sparkly cookie edges, sprinkle raw sugar on a clean cutting board. Unroll the chilled shortbread dough, then roll the logs in raw sugar.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">If the coating isn\u2019t sticking, brush the logs with egg white to help the sugar adhere.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Then, use a sharp knife to trim the ends of the logs and then cut into \u00bc\u201d-\u215c\u201d thick slices. Each log usually makes about 13-15 cookies.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">To help the cookies keep their round shape while cutting, rotate the log a quarter turn in between each slice.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Space the cookies a couple of inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges and bottom of the cookies just start to brown. They will continue to set and harden as they cool.<\/span><span style=\"display: block;\">Let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-18119-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ul>\n<li>*If you\u2019re making cut out shortbread cookies, flatten the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator. 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