>> title: Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with Orange Glaze
>> description: These buttery, tender cookies feature the exotic warmth of cardamom balanced by a sweet, citrusy orange glaze.
>> image: Cardamom Shortbread Cookies.jpg
>> prep time: 15 minutes
>> cook time: 20 minutes
>> yield: 15 cookies

Cream @powdered sugar{1/2%cup} and @softened salted butter{1%cup} on low, then medium speed for 30 seconds until smooth.

Add @all-purpose flour{1 3/4%cups} and @freshly ground cardamom{1%tsp}; mix on low until dough forms medium chunks without overmixing.

Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll dough 1/2-inch thick between parchment paper, cut into shapes, and freeze for 10–15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

Bake for 20–22 minutes until very lightly golden; cool completely.

Whisk @powdered sugar{1%cup}, @orange juice{1%tbsp}, @milk{1%tbsp}, and @orange zest{1%tsp} (optional) until smooth, dip cookie tops, sprinkle with zest, and let set.