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Vanilla & Cinnamon Shortbread Stars

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Delicate, buttery Vanilla & Cinnamon Shortbread Stars that melt in your mouth with every bite. Infused with the warmth of cinnamon and the sweetness of vanilla, these biscuits are perfect for gifting, decorating, or enjoying with a cozy cup of tea.

Ingredients

250g butter, at room temperature

125g (3/4 cup) icing sugar mixture

2 tsp vanilla extract

300g (2 cups) plain flour

1 tsp ground cinnamon

60g (1/4 cup) raw sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F) and line two baking trays with non-stick baking paper.
  2. Using an electric beater, beat the butter, icing sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until pale and creamy.
  3. Stir in the flour and cinnamon until a dough forms. Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth.
  4. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes to rest.
  5. Roll out the chilled dough between two sheets of baking paper to about 5mm thickness.
  6. Using a 5cm star-shaped cutter, cut out stars and place them on the prepared trays. Freeze for 15 minutes to help retain their shape.
  7. Sprinkle the stars lightly with raw sugar and bake for 12–15 minutes, swapping trays halfway, until just golden around the edges.
  8. Cool on trays for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Dip half of each biscuit in melted chocolate for an elegant finish.

Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for extra warmth and spice.

Dust with icing sugar or drizzle with vanilla glaze for a festive touch.

Dough can be made ahead and chilled or frozen for later use.

Freeze shaped stars unbaked for up to 1 month and bake straight from frozen.

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