Classic Low-Carb Shortbread Cookies

Yield: ~36 small cookies | Prep time: 40 minutes | Oven: 350°F (175°C)

There is something timeless about a buttery shortbread cookie. Traditional recipes rely heavily on standard wheat flour, but with Petley Grain Low-Carb All-Purpose Flour, you can enjoy that same buttery richness, delicate crumb, and pressable dough while keeping your carbs in check.

Whether you're using a decorative cookie mold or pressing them out for a tea party, these cookies hold their shape beautifully and bake up to golden perfection.

Ingredients

 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

 4 cups Petley Grain Low-Carb All-Purpose Flour

 3/4 cup sugar

 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

 2 tablespoons milk (plus more as needed for doughy consistency)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cream the Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Tip: Be careful not to over-whip.

2. Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.

3. Incorporate the Flour: Gradually mix in the Petley Grain Low-Carb All-Purpose Flour. Don't worry if the mixture starts out crumbly—keep blending!

4. Adjust the Dough: Add the milk (4 tablespoons or a splash more if needed) until the dough reaches a pliable, play-doh-like consistency.

5. Press & Shape: Press the dough into your cookie press or decorative molds. Note: Keep the dough from getting overly soft so your baked designs stay sharp.

6. Bake: Arrange the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (175°C) until the edges are just lightly golden and the cookies are set.

7. Cool: Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Let them cool completely before storing.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated per cookie, based on 36 small cookies:

 Calories: 154

 Total Fat: 10g (Saturated Fat: 4g)

 Total Carbohydrates: 12g

 Dietary Fiber: 2g

 Net Carbs: 10g

 Total Sugars: 6g

 Protein: 3g

 Sodium: 35mg

(Estimates calculated from the Petley Grain Low-Carb All-Purpose Flour panel plus remaining ingredients. Actual values may vary depending on cookie size and specific brands used.)