LEMON THYME SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Delicate and fragrant, these Lemon Thyme Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat with a perfect balance of citrusy lemon and earthy thyme flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Add the finely grated lemon zest and chopped fresh thyme leaves to the butter-sugar mixture

Mix well to combine

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the mixture

Mix until the dough comes together

Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log

Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Slice the chilled dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden

Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once the cookies are completely cooled, they are ready to be enjoyed!