Aunt Violet's Spiced Shortbread Cookies

December 13, 2014

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A nostalgic piece of my childhood, Aunt Violet’s Spiced Shortbread Cookies are a classic butter cookie with just the right touch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. They are holiday baking at its finest, and these Christmas cookies couldn’t be easier to make!

For the Cookies:
2 sticks butter, softened
½ cup confectioner’s sugar
2 cups flour (not sifted)
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ginger
Frosting (Optional):
2 ¼ cups confectioner’s sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper. Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until completely combined and dough forms. Roll out...
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Nutritions

Calories
313

Sodium
47mg
1% DV

Fat
23g
36% DV

Protein
2g
5% DV

Carbs
18g
6% DV

Fiber
1g
5% DV