Shortbread Animal Cracker Cookies

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  • Prep Time

    2 hrs 25 mins

  • Cook Time

    25 mins

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 35 mins

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Shortbread Animal Cracker Cookies

Soft shortbread animal cracker cookies. Your favorite zoo crackers turned into a fun homemade treat!

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Ingredients

  • 1 C unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 C granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 2 1/4 C all purpose flour
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Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in egg and vanilla. Scrape bowl as needed. Mix in salt and baking powder. Add flour in small batches until fully incorporated. 
  2. Divide dough into 2 or 3 sections. Shape into discs and wrap in plastic. Chill for at least 2 hours. 
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. 
  4. On a lightly floured silicone counter mat or work station, roll out dough to 1/4-inch thick. Cut out desired shapes, transferring to prepared baking sheet. 
  5. Freeze tray for 15-20 minutes. 
  6. Return dough to the refrigerator to chill until ready to reroll. Dough rolls and cuts best when it has a chill to it. If it gets too soft, return to the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. 
  7. Bake cookies at 350°F for 10 minutes, longer for larger cookies. Rest on pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. 
  8. Store in an airtight container for up to a week. 

Notes

  • Recipe yield will vary depending on cookie cutters used.
  • An original recipe from Baked by Rachel
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