Super Easy Shortbread Cookies

Step 1 -Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and vanilla extract together until it is creamed.

Step 2 -Add the confectioners' sugar and salt, mixing it all together until it is fully combined.

Step 3 -Scrape down the bowl to make sure everything is incorporated.

Step 4 -Add in the flour while beating the mixture on low.

Step 5 -Scrape the bowl down again, mixing until fully combined but careful not to overmix.

Step 6 -Shape the dough mixture into a rectangle and wrap it in plastic.

Step 7 -Chill the dough until it is firm, about 1 hour.

Step 8 -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 9 -Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper or silicone mat

Step 10 -Using a sharp knife, cut around 1/2 inch slices from the dough rectangle. If you want, you can shape the cookies into any design that you want, or keep them as a rectangle.

Step 11 -Put the slices, spaced around an inch apart, onto the prepared baking tray.

Step 12 -Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes. Rotate the baking tray in the oven in the middle of the baking.

Step 13 -Move the cookies to a wire rack to cool off and firm up.

Step 14 -Serve!