Espresso Shortbread Cookies

These Espresso Shortbread Cookies are rich and buttery with a delightful hint of coffee flavor. They are perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or as a sweet treat anytime.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Warm your oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet

Mix the softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy

Mix in the instant espresso powder until it's well mixed in

Mix in the all-purpose flour and salt one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together

You can roll the dough into a log or press it into a square baking dish

Use a spatula to smooth the top

Put the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to cool it down

Break the dough into cookies that are 1/4 inch thick after it has chilled

Place the cookies on a baking sheet that has been prepared

After the oven is hot, bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden

After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet

Then, move them to a wire rack to cool all the way down

Have fun with your tasty Espresso Shortbread Cookies!