Gluten Free Shortbread

Ingredients

1 cup butter
1/2 cup icing sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup white rice flour
1/2 cup corn starch
1/2 cup tapioca starch
1/2 tsp xanthan gum
pinch salt

Directions

1. In a bowl add 1 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of icing sugar and 1 tsp of vanilla, mix well.

2. In a second bowl combine 1 cup of rice flour, 1/2 cup of corn starch, 1/2 cup of tapioca starch, 1/2 tsp xanthan gum and a pinch of salt.

3. Combine both bowls and gently stir until incorporated. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.

4. With a small portion scoop or spoon take about 1 tbsp of dough and roll them into balls. Place balls on a parchment lined baking sheet. Flatten slightly if you want disk shaped flatter cookies. Top with granulated sugar, colored sugar or leave plain.

5. Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for aprox 20 mins. Let cool completely on the tray before transferring.