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Cinnamon Sugar Shortbread Cookie Bars

 This shortbread cookie recipe makes some of the best shortbread cookies I've ever had The bars are light and tender and the cinnamon sugar topping gives them a little flair.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 24 bars
Calories 240kcal
Author Karly Campbell

Ingredients

  • 2 cups butter room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the flour and cornstarch until well combined.
  • Pat into an ungreased 10x15 rimmed baking sheet. Prick all over with a fork.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the dough.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookie is set.
  • Cut into bars while still warm.

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Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 24mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 475IU | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.9mg