These Spring Flower Shortbread Cookies are buttery, delicate treats perfect for spring celebrations. Decorated with edible flowers or shaped into blossoms, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious.
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
Optional: ¼ cup cornstarch (for tenderness)
Optional: Edible flowers or herbs for decoration
Cream butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
Add flour, salt, and cornstarch (if using). Mix until dough forms.
Chill dough for 30–60 minutes.
Roll out to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into rounds or flower shapes.
Decorate with edible flowers if desired.
Bake at 325°F for 13–16 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
Cool completely before storing or decorating