For a richer flavor, use European-style butter with a higher fat content. To prevent the shortbread from spreading during baking, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out. For a festive touch, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract to the dough. Store cooled shortbread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Laura Shirk's Shortbread
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS21
Indulge in the simple elegance of our Shortbread, a buttery and tender delight that melts in your mouth. This classic Scottish treat is perfect for pairing with a cup of tea or coffee, or simply savoring on its own. With its delicate crumb and subtly sweet flavor, it's a timeless recipe that's sure to impress.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol41 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium158 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
03
Step
3 mins
Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should come together into a ball. (3 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Lightly flour a clean surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness. (5 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Use small (2-inch) cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes from the dough. (5 minutes)
06
Step
2 mins
Carefully transfer the shortbread shapes to an ungreased baking sheet. (2 minutes)
07
Step
50 mins
Bake for 50 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (50 minutes)
08
Step
10 mins
Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
09
StepSprinkle with granulated sugar, if desired, before serving.
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Devyn Lowe
Apr 28, 2025This recipe is so easy to follow, and the shortbread turned out perfectly!
Elvis Mraz
Apr 15, 2025I added a little lemon zest to the dough, and it gave the shortbread a lovely, bright flavor.
Maeve Stiedemann
Apr 14, 2025My family loves this shortbread! It's become a holiday tradition.
Wava Hagenes
Apr 3, 2025I found that chilling the dough really helped to keep its shape during baking. Thanks for the tip!