Shortcake Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons coarse sugar, for topping

Method

1. 1

   Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with a hand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

   3:00 · Cream butter and sugar
3. 3

   Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until fully combined.

4. 4

   Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed just until a soft dough forms.

5. 5

   Cover the dough and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.

   30:00 · Chill dough
6. 6

   Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

7. 7

   Scoop the dough into 1 1/2-tablespoon balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

8. 8

   Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand and sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar.

9. 9

   Bake until the edges are just set and the bottoms are lightly golden, 11 to 13 minutes.

   11:00 · Bake cookies
10. 10

    Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    5:00 · Cool on sheet