Scottish Shortbread

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Servings: 48 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Classic buttery, crumbly cookies that melt in your mouth
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This classic Scottish Shortbread is a testament to the beauty of simple ingredients. Made with just butter, sugar, and flour, it delivers a rich, buttery flavor and a tender, crumbly texture that is absolutely irresistible. The dough is easy to handle and bakes into golden, delicate fingers that pair perfectly with tea or coffee. It’s an elegant yet approachable treat, perfect for holiday baking, afternoon tea, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. The subtle sweetness allows the high-quality butter to shine, making every bite feel luxurious. Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh for days.

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Scottish Shortbread

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 48 Calories: 813.8

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This classic Scottish Shortbread is a testament to the beauty of simple ingredients. Made with just butter, sugar, and flour, it delivers a rich, buttery flavor and a tender, crumbly texture that is absolutely irresistible. The dough is easy to handle and bakes into golden, delicate fingers that pair perfectly with tea or coffee. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet approachable treat, perfect for holiday baking, afternoon tea, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. The subtle sweetness allows the high-quality butter to shine, making every bite feel luxurious. Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh for days.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325ðF (165ðC).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add 3 3/4 cups of the flour to the butter mixture and mix well until a soft, non-sticky dough forms. Add more flour sparingly if needed.
  4. Sprinkle a clean work surface with the remaining flour.
  5. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface and knead gently for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  6. Roll the dough out to a thickness of 1/2 inch.
  7. Cut the dough into strips measuring 3 inches by 1 inch.
  8. Place the strips on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  9. Prick the top of each shortbread finger several times with a fork.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned at the edges.
  11. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 48

Amount Per Serving
Calories 813.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 91.9g142%
Saturated Fat 57.9g290%
Cholesterol 244.0mg82%
Sodium 729.8mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 1.0g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Tip: For best results, use high-quality unsalted butter. The flavor of the butter is the star of this recipe.

Variation: You can sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar before baking for a slight crunch and sparkle.

Safety: Ensure the butter is softened but not melted to achieve the correct texture.

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