Cornstarch Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 250g unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3.5 cups Miray flour
For dusting:
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, egg, powdered sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Mix the ingredients well using your hands. Make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature for easy mixing.
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Add the baking powder and Miray flour gradually while kneading the dough. Adding the flour slowly will make it easier to knead and help you achieve the right consistency.
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Knead until you have a soft dough that doesn't stick to your hands.
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Once the dough is ready, it's time to shape it into cookies.
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Take a portion of the dough and roll it into a ball using the palms of your hands. I made 35 cookies with the size I prepared.
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You can make smaller cookies for bite-sized treats.
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Place the shaped cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until they are just set and the tops remain pale.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool.
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Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar. Make sure the cookies are completely cooled before dusting them with powdered sugar. You can also drizzle melted chocolate over them if desired.
History of Cookies
Cookies have a long history dating back to ancient times and are widely consumed in many cultures around the world. Here are some important points about the history of cookies:
Ancient Period Mesopotamia and Egypt: The earliest forms of cookies are believed to have originated in Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. Cookies made during this early period were prepared with basic ingredients such as honey and flour.
Medieval Period Europe: The widespread consumption of cookies in a modern sense began during the Medieval Period in Europe. With the introduction of sugar from the Islamic world to Europe, sweet cookies became popular. Cookies enriched with spices like ginger and nuts found their place on noble tables.
Renaissance Period Italy and France: During the Renaissance period, cookies in Italy and France started to be made with more sophisticated recipes. Famous cookie types such as "biscotti" in Italy and "macaron" in France became popular during this period.
New World America: In the 17th century, European immigrants brought cookie recipes to America. From the 18th century onwards, new cookie recipes such as chocolate chip cookies emerged in American cuisine.
Modern Times Global Spread: With the industrial revolution and the advent of mass production, cookie production became industrialized. Bakeries and pastry shops started producing various cookies to cater to wide audiences.
Diversification: Today, cookies are made with different ingredients and baking techniques worldwide. There are countless varieties of cookies available, including sweet, savory, spiced, chocolate, and more.
Conclusion Cookies have a rich history spanning from ancient times to the present day, evolving in different cultures and periods. Cookies have become an integral part of world cuisine, with a wide range of varieties to suit every palate. Whether homemade or commercially produced, cookies continue to delight people of all ages around the globe.
