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Freeze-Dried Blueberry Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients (makes ~20 cookies):

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup freeze-dried blueberries (crushed into powder or small bits)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and crushed freeze-dried blueberries.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
  6. Roll the dough into a log (about 2″ thick) and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Once chilled, slice into ½-inch rounds and place on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden.
  9. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Optional Variations:

  • Dip half in white chocolate for a fancier treat.
  • Drizzle with a lemon glaze (powdered sugar + lemon juice) for a tangy finish.

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