With only 4 ingredients, these cookies are sweet, nutty, and delicious!
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
shortbread cookie recipe, slice and bake cookies
Author: Jackie
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1
cup
butter
softened
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½
cup
packed brown sugar
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2-¼
cups
all-purpose flour
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2
cups
walnuts
finely chopped
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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually stir in flour and mix well. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 3 minutes.
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Shape cookie dough into a 2-inch wide logs.
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Spread chopped walnuts in a rimmed cookie sheet. Press logs into walnuts, rolling to cover each side.
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Wrap logs in wax paper or plastic wrap, twisting the ends tightly, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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Once ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Slice logs into ½ inch cookies and place on the prepared cookie sheet 2 inches apart.
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Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes or until edges turn a light golden brown.
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Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.